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11 Surprising Health Benefits of Sleep

11 Surprising Health Benefits of Sleep

Sleep makes you feel better, but its importance goes way beyond just boosting your mood or banishing under-eye circles. Adequate sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, and can benefit your heart, weight, mind, and more.

Exactly What 7 Sleep Experts Do When They Can’t Fall Asleep

Exactly What 7 Sleep Experts Do When They Can’t Fall Asleep

Try these expert-approved tips the next time you're tossing and turning.

9 Things to Do When You Can’t Sleep Because Your Mind Is Racing

9 Things to Do When You Can’t Sleep Because Your Mind Is Racing

Here's how to quiet your busy brain–and finally get some rest.

8 Natural Remedies That May Help You Sleep

8 Natural Remedies That May Help You Sleep

Before you rush to the drugstore to buy an over-the-counter (OTC) sleep medication, try one of the following natural sleep remedies. Many of these can not only help you fall asleep and stay asleep, but they may also promote muscle relaxation.

The 11 Kinds of Insomnia

The 11 Kinds of Insomnia

Can't sleep? Here are 11 types of insomnia developed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

5 Signs You May Have Restless Legs Syndrome

5 Signs You May Have Restless Legs Syndrome

Could you have restless legs syndrome? RLS can be tricky to diagnose, largely because symptoms tend to be worse at night and less obvious in the doctor's office. Click to see the signs and symptoms that are used to diagnose the condition.

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Science Says Bathing Before Bed Could Be the Key to Great Sleep—As Long as You Time It Right

Science Says Bathing Before Bed Could Be the Key to Great Sleep—As Long as You Time It Right

Can’t sleep? Science says a well-timed bath or shower could be just what you need for a deep, restful snooze.

Optimistic People Are the Best Sleepers, a New Study Finds

Optimistic People Are the Best Sleepers, a New Study Finds

Here’s yet another perk of seeing the glass as half full.

10 Foods That Are Sabotaging Your Sleep

10 Foods That Are Sabotaging Your Sleep

People Who Read Before Bed Not Only Sleep Better, But Eat More Healthily and Make More Money

People Who Read Before Bed Not Only Sleep Better, But Eat More Healthily and Make More Money

How to Sleep Better This Summer: 5 Easy Swaps for a Cool, Crisp Bed

How to Sleep Better This Summer: 5 Easy Swaps for a Cool, Crisp Bed

This Is the Best Temperature for Sleeping, According to Experts

This Is the Best Temperature for Sleeping, According to Experts

The FDA Has a New Warning About Sleep Medications—Here’s What You Need to Know

The FDA listed some scary side effects of these popular sleep medications.

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My Sleepless Nights Vanished Because of This Personalized Pillow—Here’s How It Works

My Sleepless Nights Vanished Because of This Personalized Pillow—Here’s How It Works

6 Easy Steps to Becoming a Morning Person

6 Easy Steps to Becoming a Morning Person

Is Your Personality Ruining Your Sleep?

Is Your Personality Ruining Your Sleep?

10 Ways to Sleep Better All Winter Long

10 Ways to Sleep Better All Winter Long

15 Alarm Clocks for Heavy Sleepers

15 Alarm Clocks for Heavy Sleepers

Sleep on This: Our Top Pillow Picks

Sleep on This: Our Top Pillow Picks

Sleeping In on the Weekend Might Actually Be Good For You

Sleeping In on the Weekend Might Actually Be Good For You

The Health Risks of Snoring–and Why They Might Be Worse for Women

The Health Risks of Snoring–and Why They Might Be Worse for Women

The 6 Best Memory Foam Mattresses to Buy Online

The 6 Best Memory Foam Mattresses to Buy Online

This Surprising Side Effect of Too Little Sleep Could Make You Feel Even Worse the Next Day

This Surprising Side Effect of Too Little Sleep Could Make You Feel Even Worse the Next Day

Halloween Trivia: These 5 Legendary Characters Are Actually Based on Real Medical Conditions

Halloween Trivia: These 5 Legendary Characters Are Actually Based on Real Medical Conditions

This Celeb-Loved Weighted Blanket Will Give You the Best Sleep of Your Life

This Celeb-Loved Weighted Blanket Will Give You the Best Sleep of Your Life

5 Signs You're Addicted to Sleeping Pills–and How to Fall Asleep Without Them

5 Signs You're Addicted to Sleeping Pills–and How to Fall Asleep Without Them

The Scientific Secrets to Preventing Jet Lag

The Scientific Secrets to Preventing Jet Lag

12 Expert-Approved Tips to Get a Better Night's Sleep

12 Expert-Approved Tips to Get a Better Night's Sleep

Is Falling Asleep With the TV On Really That Bad?

Is Falling Asleep With the TV On Really That Bad?

Do You Really Need Less Sleep As You Age?

Do You Really Need Less Sleep As You Age?

10 Tips for Sleeping Better in the Summer

10 Tips for Sleeping Better in the Summer

5 Reasons You Should Sleep Naked, According to Experts

5 Reasons You Should Sleep Naked, According to Experts

Moon Milk Is the Trendy New Drink That Could Help You Fall Asleep Faster

Moon Milk Is the Trendy New Drink That Could Help You Fall Asleep Faster

Roseanne Barr Blamed Her Racist Tweet on Ambien. Here's What an Expert Thinks

Roseanne Barr Blamed Her Racist Tweet on Ambien. Here's What an Expert Thinks

6 Calming Affirmations to Say to Yourself the Next Time You Can't Sleep

6 Calming Affirmations to Say to Yourself the Next Time You Can't Sleep

13 Ways Being a Night Owl Could Hurt Your Health

13 Ways Being a Night Owl Could Hurt Your Health

6 Healthy Habits That Work Better If You Do Them At Night

6 Healthy Habits That Work Better If You Do Them At Night

What Is Orthosomnia? All About the New Sleep Disorder You've Never Heard Of

What Is Orthosomnia? All About the New Sleep Disorder You've Never Heard Of