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With racing thoughts and noises outside, falling asleep isn’t always easy. Learn about how to get a better night’s sleep.

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Do You Groan In Your Sleep? Here’s What It Says About Your Health

But what noise does Chewbacca make when he sleep groans....


10 Relaxation Techniques to Help You Wind Down for Sleep

To set yourself up for a restful night's sleep, you need a bedtime routine that calms your body and quiets...


8 Simple Ways You Can Get Smarter While You Sleep

What you do before going to bed (or tucking in for a nap!) can make all the difference in...


The Best Sleep Position for Back Pain and 10 Other Health Problems

This handy guide will help you figure out how to lie down for optimal health.


10 Bedtime Routines That Turned Insomniacs Into Sound Sleepers

Is your nighttime routine in need of a makeover? Clinical psychologist, Michael Breus, PhD, aka The Sleep Doctor, shares before...


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If You Don’t Sleep with Socks On, Here’s Why You Should Start Tonight

Here's a science-backed reason to go sock shopping!


Sleeping in a Room With This Temperature Could Boost Your Metabolism

Believe it or not, the room temperature while you sleep could affect your metabolism and ability to fall asleep easier.


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I Tried the Lotion Everyone Claims Cures Insomnia—Here’s What Happened

The latest viral sensation for sleep-lovers is a pale purple, sweet-scented skin cream called Sleepy, brought to you by the...

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There’s a Scientific Reason Why You Always Sleep Under Blankets—Even When It’s Hot

Even if you’re roasting in your airless room, chances are you’ll still get tucked in before you sleep. Thankfully,...


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If You Always Wake Up Right Before Your Alarm Goes Off, There’s a Scientific Explanation Why

You have an internal clock that keeps track of time just like your alarm clock does. Here's why it can...


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12 Sleep Disorders You Need to Know About—That Aren’t Sleep Apnea

There are many more ways to have a crummy night in bed than sleep apnea. If your sleep issues...


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8 Little Changes You Can Make to Sleep Better in Just One Day

If you're tossing and turning all night, it may be time to look at your sleep routine. These tips...


11 Reasons Married Couples Should Sleep in Separate Beds

A sleep divorce isn’t as sinister as it sounds—and it may bring you and your partner closer together.


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7 Things You Need to Know Before Taking Melatonin to Help You Sleep

Melatonin is a common, over-the-counter sleep aid—but do you know all the facts about it?


This Is the Worst Night of the Week for Sleep, According to Science

If you're always counting sheep on this one night of the week more than any other, you're not alone.


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20 Things You Do Before Bed That Sabotage Your Sleep

These surprising before-bed habits may be keeping you from getting the good night's sleep you've been craving


This Is Why Lack of Sleep Makes You Crave Junk Food (It’s Not for Energy)

There's a reason doughnuts smell like heaven after you've had only four hours of sleep.

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10 Former Insomniacs Share the Trick That Finally Worked for Them

There are almost as many insomnia treatments as there are insomniacs. Here's how people with insomnia overcame their sleepless nights.


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10 Sleep Aids That Are Actually Hurting Your Sleep

Millions of Americans struggle with insomnia yet so much of what we're doing to "help" may be worsening the...


11 Weird Tricks That Really Do Help You Go to Sleep

These tricks from sleep experts may seem a weird at first, but one could prove to be your answer for...


7 Mindfulness Tricks That Will Help You Fall Asleep Faster

If you can't seem to figure out why you're having such a hard time getting sleep at night, mindfulness for...


9 Luxurious Bed Pillows to Get the Best Sleep Ever

Don't take your beauty sleep lightly. Thanks to any of these pillows, sweet slumber is as good as yours, no...


Here Are 7 Ways Your Feet Can Mess with Your Sleep

If your feet aren't happy, you won't sleep well. Here are the potential foot issues that could be keeping you...

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13 of Your Biggest Sleep Questions, Answered

Few things are as coveted as good sleep, and these tips for superior slumber will help you get the...


9 of the Best Drinks to Help You Sleep (and 4 to Avoid!)

Having trouble drifting off to sleep? Try one of these concoctions to help you get your Zzzs.


11 Home Remedies for Snoring You’ll Wish You Tried Sooner

Snoring can make a good night's sleep tricky for you and your partner. Try these natural home remedies to stop...


America’s Sleep Crisis Is Making Us Sick, Fat, and Stupid. But There’s Hope.

Sleep deprivation now rivals obesity and smoking as our greatest public health crisis. Here's what everyone (including America's businesses) needs...


Sleep Deprived? 8 Tips to Stay Sharp

Researchers at the University of California-Berkeley connect a decline in cognitive function with lack of sleep among seniors. Here’s what...


The Essential Guide to Deeper Sleep

We asked health experts for their best tips—from rethinking your mattress to picking the right pillow—so you can sleep better...