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Learn all about REM, the sleep stage when dreams happen, including how much REM you need, and why it’s important for your brain and body.
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New smart light technology claims to outsmart the slumber-stopping effects of evening screen time. But does it work? We asked two experts to enlighten us.
A young girl sits in front of a large window with a cityscape in the background. She is concentrated on tablet that emits blue light. A new study shows that light exposure before bed -- especially blue light -- negatively impacts children's sleep more than previously thought.
Researchers found that even minimal exposure to light before bed interfered with kids’ sleep. Here are 5 tips for keeping their circadian rhythms in check.
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Studies prove that your pre-bedtime phone habits do impact your sleep. Here’s how to log off and finally get good rest.
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This week we dive into blue light research as well as how sleep apnea can now be directly linked to increased cancer risk.
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Endless scrolling at night or binge watching your favorite TV show can become a way to regain a sense of control, but it can have huge consequences.
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1. Reduced anxiety

Doomscrolling before bed is a recipe for mental disaster. Quit the apps at least an hour before bed.

2. Healthier bedtime boundaries

That notification can wait. Bedtime is your time, and building positive sleep associations can help you fall asleep faster.

3. More energy at wake-up

A phone away keeps the procrastination at bay. Avoid logging on first thing and focus on your morning routine.

4. Consistent sleep-wake schedule

Blue light can cause your brain to keep you up longer than you might want. Rely on natural light schedule your sleep.
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Blue light is often described as a hindrance to good sleep. But what exactly is blue light, and how does it play a part in our sleep?
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Sleep music can provide a deep and revitalizing night’s rest through physiological changes in the body, but that's not the only benefit. Our experts teach us the science behind music for sleep.
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Noise during sleep can affect your health, even if you don't wake up. Here's how to counteract the commotion.
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Do binaural beats for sleep work? We dive into what binaural beats are, if they work, what Hz frequency to use, and more.
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Beloved by parents of babies and nearly ubiquitous when it comes to sounds to block other noises, white noise is the most popular and widely used color noise. Learn if a white noise machine could help you and how to use white noise for your sleep.
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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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