Hack your sleep health
Two people sitting up in bed reading newspapers. Text reads: Sleep News, Week of May 19, 2023
This week scientists dive into how we can control dreams through an in-depth study from MIT.
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Lying in bed at night, even the slightest concerns can feel amplified, increasing your anxiety and making it hard to find sleep. Here’s why things can feel more stressful at night.
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Going to bed in the buff has more health benefits than we realized.
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Blue-light-blocking glasses promise to shield our eyes and protect our sleep cycle so we can fall asleep easier at night. But do they really work?
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Sleep sprays are supposed to help calm nerves and help you drift off to sleep sooner. However, sleep experts suggest managing your expectations.
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While it can be concerning to wake up and have no feeling in one or both hands, sensation returns for most people after a few minutes. There are times when hand numbness can be concerning, though.
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1. Find time for self-care before lights-out

Dedicate 30-mins to "you" time during the day or before bed. This will help curb the urge for revenge bedtime procrastination.

2. Power down tech an hour before bed

Blue light can cause your brain to keep you up longer than you might want. Tuck your tech away for a smoother wind down.

3. Cool yourself down on hot nights

A drop in body temperature can signal to your brain that it's time for shut-eye. Cool your room or try a hot bath.

4. Try to wake up at the same time every morning

A consistent wake time sets the stage for good sleep habits. Plus, who doesn't love waking up naturally?
Sleep troubles?
A smiling woman places a hand on the shoulder of her male bed partner, who is talking in his sleep. Here's everything you need to know somniloquy and sleep talking.
Also known as somniloquy, talking in your sleep is usually harmless, but here’s what you should know.
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Your hips align the top and bottom halves of your body, and if they’re in pain, sleep won’t be easy. Here are some tips to help you find relief.
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Lower back pain can leave you tossing and turning. Here are some proven tips to ease the aches and get better rest.
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Your sleeping position can cause shoulder pain — or worsen existing aches in your upper body. Here are the adjustments you can make to find relief.
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Cramping calves can keep you awake. Here are some expert-approved ways to sleep better with leg pain at night.
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Sleepscore Labs asked 35,000 people about what wakes them up and found that women report more disruptions in their sleep than men. We broke down what those disruptors were and how they change over time.
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