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?
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Ever nod off for just a second or two before your head jerks back up? You may have experienced an instance of microsleep. Here’s what that is.
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No one wants to be tossing and turning unable to sleep at night. If you struggle with insomnia check out some of these treatment suggestions.
Two people sitting up in bed holding newspapers. Text reads: Sleep News, Week of April 7, 2023
This week scientists have found that poor sleep habits could double your risk of asthma and 90210 star Tori Spelling shares the a cautionary tale of why taking your contacts out at night is important.
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From insomnia to sleep walking, sleep therapists treat sleep disorders of all kinds.
Two people sitting up in bed reading newspapers. Text reads: Sleep News, Week of June 2, 2023
A potential new treatment has been found for REM sleep behavior disorder while bed rotting is the newest Gen Z wellness trend.
Two people sitting up reading newspapers in bed. Text reads: Sleep News Week of June 30, 2023
What do humans and octopuses have in common? According to new research we both dream!
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