The picture of sipping on warm chamomile tea in a dimly lit bedroom right before bed is what comes to mind for most of us when we think of foods and drinks that could help us drift off to sleep…
There’s no discounting the fact that waking up from quality sleep of 7-9 hours every day makes you feel energized and ready to tackle the day ahead. When we were kids, sleeping seemed like a waste of precious time that could’ve…
Sleep improves your health by reducing stress, keeping your mind focused, and healing your body. For you to get your recommended seven hours of sleep every night, you probably practice good sleep hygiene by going to bed at the same…
Light, sound, and temperature are just a few of the more obvious things we know can affect our sleep. Throw in stress, diet, exercise, and more, and the laundry list continues to grow. Yet there are a few not-so-obvious things…
During waking hours, our body is positioned vertically and constantly in motion. As a result, blood flow is at its peak in the daytime. When our body is positioned horizontally, however — such as while sleeping — blood pools in the lower…
You stub your toe, miss the bus, or misplace your car keys; and, in a moment of frustration, you find yourself cursing under your breath. While we may have more conscious control over whether or not we curse during waking…
If you’re taking an antidepressant, you’re not alone. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, more than 10% of people in the United States were taking an antidepressant in 2024, and that was before COVID-19. Even in the…
If you had one too many glasses of champagne at your best friend’s wedding last night, it’s easy to think that the exhaustion (and the awful hangover) would have you sleeping for days. To your surprise, you find yourself rising…
Some of us love our afternoon naps, especially over the weekends. It’s that refreshing pick-me-up we like having to get us through the day. And despite their bad rap, naps have a lot of science-backed benefits, like reducing fatigue, improving…
If you’re an adult who still sleeps with a stuffed animal, you’re not alone. A 2024 survey by Build-A-Bear and Atomik Research found that 40% of adults cuddle up with a plush toy every night. Over half of respondents also indicated…
