What’s Actually the Best Way to Get a Good Night’s Sleep? We Asked Scientists

From getting plenty of daylight to avoiding late night caffeine runs, here are some expert-backed tips on how to doze off ...

What side should you sleep on? Here's how to find the best sleep position.

We're all after a night's sleep that makes us feel restored and rested for the next day. What does sleep position have to do ...

What animal best represents your sleep type? And what it says about the ideal way you should rest

About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health ...

What Sleep Scores Are Good for (and When They Should Be Ignored)

Sleep is one of those things that works better the less you try to control it.

From 1 night to 1 year: What actually happens to your body on a consistent sleep schedule

Experts urge you to establish a consistent sleep routine for improved health and longevity ...

Sleep Experts Say This Is One of the Biggest Reasons People Wake Up Tired

Prioritizing these essential mattress tweaks can help you finally beat morning fatigue.
Prevention

Sleep Doctors Say This Is How Much REM Sleep You Should Be Getting Each Night

It can be tough to calculate exactly how long you’re in REM, but many health trackers use your heart rate, heart rate variability, and data on your movements to make solid estimations. (Just know that ...
Everyday Health

Sleep and Dementia Risk: What You Should Know

“Poor sleep isn’t just about feeling tired — it can actually affect how your brain ages,” says Raj Dasgupta, MD, a board-certified internal and sleep medicine specialist at Huntington Health in ...

Is lighter sleep a normal part of aging, or a sign of something more serious?

As you get older, it's normal to notice changes in your sleep. These can include fewer hours of shuteye, waking up more ...