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Food & Diet

Exploring how food and our diet affects the way we sleep.

This is how coffee tricks your brain into staying alert

Why does coffee keep you awake?

What makes us tired? To understand how coffee works, it’s necessary to get a proper insight in how you get tired in the first place. The main culprit of your … Read more

How does your blood sugar level affect your sleep?

How blood sugar affects your sleep

Are you the type who constantly eats large and unhealthy meals every day? If yes, you need to know that this is a poor habit that you need to change … Read more

Science or myth: Does food affect our dreams?

Does food affect your dreams?

It is not uncommon for us to lay the rap on food for various forms of discomfort, restless sleep and odd dreams among them. The scientific community tends to be … Read more

These 7 nutrients will help you sleep better

Nutrients for better sleep

If you’re having trouble sleeping, it may not be the first thing on your mind, but have you checked your diet? It may surprise you but certain nutrients can play a … Read more

Why does lack of sleep lead to such bad food choices?

Sleep and appetite

Sleep plays a crucial role in appetite regulation. Here are some ways to avoid eating the wrong foods when you’ve stayed up all night. Let’s picture a scenario. One we’ve all experienced before. … Read more

Late nights and appetites: the sleep-obesity connection

junk food and sleep deprivation

According to the W.H.O., worldwide obesity has nearly doubled since 1980. The trend looks set to continue. Our increasingly sedentary lifestyles, and an abundance of cheap, calorie-dense processed food have now contributed … Read more

Alcohol and sleep: 8 different ways boozing disturbs your sleep

alcohol and sleep

Alcohol and sleep. We take a look at why science says mixing the two are a really bad idea. Like it or not, alcohol is an inseparable part of the human … Read more

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