Mattresses could emit higher levels of volatile organic compounds during sleep
Hundreds of household items, including furniture, paint, and electronics, emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which at high levels can pose health risks.
Now, researchers reporting...
Sleepless nights linked to high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that a bad night's sleep may result in a spike in blood pressure that night and the following...
Poor sleep more harmful to cognitive function if you have diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that poor sleep is linked to lower cognitive function in people with type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes.
Diabetic patients...
Sleep problems may harm people with pre-diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that sleep disturbances and the body clock change caused by jet lag or shift work may harm blood...
Marijuana may help treat pain and sleep problems
In a new study, researchers found cannabis could be an effective treatment option for both pain relief and insomnia.
It is good news for people...
This sleep apnea therapy may help treat depression
In a new study, researchers found that continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) could help improve depression symptoms.
This is...
Short sleep may make you hard to lose weight
In a new study, researchers found that short sleep duration and high sleep variability may lead to difficulties in losing weight and body fat.
It...
How interrupted sleep could harm your health
It’s recommended that adults and older people get 7 to 9 hours of sleep. It is okay if you wake up once or twice...
Pink noise may boost deep sleep, improve memory in older people
In a new study, researchers found that gentle sounds played during specific times during sleep could enhance deep or slow-wave sleep.
The effect is strong...
Bad sleep in one’s 50s, 60s may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that people who report a decreased quality of sleep as they age from their 50s to their 60s...