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Erin Heger

Erin Heger is a freelance writer focusing on topics of health care policy, maternal mental health and parenting. Her work has been featured in The Atlantic, Rewire, Refinery29 and Ravishly. Connect with her on Twitter and Instagram @erin_heger or at her website https://erinheger.com.

Evidence shows the moon impacts our sleep, but scientists aren’t exactly sure why

The placement of the moon in the sky might not even cross your mind when it comes to improving your sleep hygiene, but the phases of the lunar cycle can … Read more

Daylight Savings Time: the battle between science vs commerce

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Experts agree DST is harmful to our health, but companies profiting off its existence want to keep it around  Setting our clocks back an hour every spring has long-lasting effects … Read more

Are your lightbulbs sabotaging your sleep?

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Light is one of the most critical factors that helps to regulate your sleep and wake cycles. But it’s not just sunlight isn’t the only kind of light that affects … Read more

Cannabis sleep aids are flooding the market, but what does the science say?

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In recent years, the shift from prohibition towards legalisation has turned the cannabis industry into one of most hotly tipped growth sectors of the economy. Not even counting recreational use, … Read more

Circadian rhythms: a hidden weapon in the fight against COVID-19 ?

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Whilst public health initiatives focus on masks and social distancing, researchers are investigating how circadian rhythms, and even time of infection, may determine the spread and severity of Covid-19  Sleep … Read more

Blue blockers: sleep aid or snake oil? We asked two experts

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Blue light glasses have soared in popularity in recent years. The global market for blue light eyewear is estimated to reach $29 million by 2024, up from $21 million in … Read more

Parents left in the dark when it comes to health advice about melatonin

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Melatonin supplements are becoming an increasingly popular choice with parents whose children struggle with sleep. But health advice is patchy, inconsistent, and in some countries you may even face prosecution … Read more

This simple blood test could reveal your internal biological clock

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Knowing whether or not you’re a morning or night person could have broader implications beyond determining what time of day you operate most efficiently. In fact, an internal clock that … Read more

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