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Sleeping outdoors is good for your health

7 amazing things that happen to you when you sleep outdoors

According to research, the great outdoors is one of the best ways to improve the quality of your sleep. Alongside nutrition and exercise, sleep is often descr... Read More...

The science of sleeping in a cool room

If you like to keep your bedroom toasty and warm, think again - research suggests that a cool bedroom may actually be better for healthy sleep. Why s... Read More...

Explainer: What happens to your hormones when you’re asleep?

When it comes to motives for getting a good night’s sleep we don’t usually think about our body’s hormones. But sleep allows many of our hormones to replenish s... Read More...

Is melatonin safe? What does science say?

Melatonin has rapidly become the go-to treatment for a host of sleep related issues. But how effective is it, and what are the risks, if any for kids and adults... Read More...

Still tired after 8 hours sleep? Here’s what to do..

Wonder why you wake up tired, even if you've managed to get a full 8 hours sleep? If so, consider these two issues that might be sabotaging your sleep without y... Read More...

NASA International Space Station Sleep Tips

7 power tips from NASA on how to sleep better

NASA scientists describe seven factors that help astronauts sleep soundly in space. Next time you complain about jet lag, spare a thought for the average astro... Read More...

Are we sleep-deprived or just darkness-deprived?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that insufficient sleep is a serious public health concern, because it can lead to many immediate da... Read More...

These 7 nutrients will help you sleep better

Healthy sleep goes hand in hand with healthy food. Check out these seven essential nutrients for better sleep. If you're having trouble sleeping, it may not b... Read More...

Should we be sending kids to school at 5am?

Start School Later is a campaign to improve early school hours, in order to improve the health, safety and well-being of students. We talked to Phyllis Payne to... Read More...

5 benefits of sleeping naked (according to science)

Sleeping naked has many benefits according to research. Halland Chen explains the science of sleeping in the buff. If the only thing you wear to bed at night i... Read More...

Do natural sleep aids really work?

Many people prefer the idea of natural sleep aids compared to the risks of taking prescription sleep drugs. But can plant-based products really improve your sle... Read More...

This bedtime routine is ruining your sleep, says neuroscientist

According to one of the world's leading sleep experts, this normal bedtime habit could be affecting the quality of our sleep. I know your teeth-brushing routin... Read More...

Health

Bipolar disorder: How a change in season alters your sleep and moods

Can lack of sleep cause hair loss?

Hay fever and sleep: How to cope this allergy season

Science

Explainer: what is jet lag and how can you overcome it?

Marijuana: sleep aid or sleep stealer?

Explainer: why does the teenage brain need more sleep?

Sleep Tips

A 7-point checklist to fall asleep effortlessly

9 hacks to bid goodbye to snoring tonight

20 ways to stay energized during the day (without caffeine)

Bedroom

4 compelling reasons to replace your old mattress

How do you stop allergies from ruining your night’s sleep?

4 things you should never do if you need to clean your mattress

Tech & Gadgets

CES 2019: the best new sleep tech on show this year

Building a sleep reference solution: we talk to Dreem CEO Hugo Mercier

Democratising sleep medicine: a chat with Beddr CEO Mike Kisch

Blog

Nodding Off: Book review and interview with Professor Alice Gregory

10 sleep products that made over $1 million on Kickstarter (Part 1)

Which fragrances are best for sleep and relaxation?