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April 19, 2023

Study: Irregular sleep can hurt your heart

In yet more evidence of the importance of a good night’s rest, this study found a link between irregular sleep and heart disease.

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The biggest misconceptions about bedwetting

6 things every parent should know about nocturnal enuresis.

Get better sleep with these habits

Did you know your behaviors during the day and before bedtime, can have a major…

How much sleep do kids need?

An age-by-age guide to how much sleep children and teens need. You might be surprised by how much shut-eye your family actually needs.

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Infographic: 5 yoga poses to practice before bed

This practice can help calm your brain to get you relaxed and prepared to sleep.

Surgical options for sleep apnea

A CPAP machine isn’t the only option for treating this sleep disorder.

How sleep quality affects weight, hunger and metabolism

Sleeping well is an often overlooked component of weight loss.

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Get a head start on the spring time change

Springing forward is harder than falling back. These tips can help with sleep patterns during the time change.

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Five last-minute gifts for the health-conscious

These gifts will make it easier for anyone to maintain their healthy habits.

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Anxiety, poor sleep, bad moods: How to combat quarantine fatigue?

Healthy ways to fight the blah, tense feelings of being cooped up during the pandemic.

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How your sleep habits are making you tired

What “social jet lag” means, and the importance of keeping a consistent sleep schedule.

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Prevent drowsy driving: Get enough sleep, and more smart tips

Feeling drowsy while driving is very common, and very dangerous. Some prevention strategies.

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Sleep apnea goes undiagnosed in many women

Symptoms of apnea in women are easily overlooked. Here's what to watch for.

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