I took part in a gold standard sleep study to find out what happens during a sleep cycle — here are my results
But how do sleep cycles work? To find out, I took part in a polysomnography. This is a gold standard sleep study that helps ...
Doctor explains difference between REM sleep and deep sleep — plus how to get more of each this World Sleep Day
However, some research shows that major stressors may increase REM sleep but reduce deep sleep. REM rebound, which is when we ...
The potential dangers of sleep trackers, according to experts
More people are becoming obsessed with sleep trackers, causing insomnia and making sleep worse, experts say. Here’s how to ...
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The 7 stages of Alzheimer’s disease explained
Discover how Alzheimer's disease progresses from mild cognitive changes to severe symptoms, with explanations of each stage ...
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Is excessive sleepiness as we age a warning sign of dementia?
Women aged 80 and older who experience increased sleepiness are twice as likely to develop dementia as those with stable ...
Why sleep gets more difficult as you age and expert tips to help
It's common among older adults to not get a consistent full night's rest, but there are ways to improve sleep issues. A sleep ...
The Startling Truth About What Happens to Your Eyes While You Sleep
ETH Zurich researchers found that pupil size changes during sleep, indicating shifts in brain activity. This could help ...
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Resistance training is the right way to tire your brain and body for better sleep, according to a study
“Learning new movements also builds new pathways in the brain and encourages sleep, because we rehearse new things we learn during certain stages of sleep. In short, resistance training very ...
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The potential dangers of sleep trackers, according to experts
"Arm yourself with knowledgeBy educating yourself on the various stages of sleep, you can reduce anxiety about your tracker's results, experts say.Sleep latency: Also known as stage one sleep ...