Sleep

Sleeping pills can increase the risk of death and addiction. They can also cause dangerous side effects like sleepwalking, impaired driving, and falls.

Oversleeping is tied to a number of health problems, but experts do note that if you're dealing with stress or illness, you may require more sleep than usual.

Sleep position is important, and if you wake up with neck, shoulder, arm, hip, knee, or back pain, you probably need to change the way you sleep.

Sleep hygiene is all the more important in summer, when heat, humidity and light can wreak havoc on your shuteye.

Sleep apnea is a common disorder -- but you may not even know you have it. Read on for everything you need to know about its causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Sleep patterns impact health in many ways, from brain health to mood and more. In a new study, researchers found a key link between sleep quality and glaucoma.

Light sleepers may have a lower arousal threshold because of stress, age, or sleep stage. Too much noise or light in the bedroom can also contribute.

Melatonin helps to regulate the body's circadian rhythm. Is it possible to be deficient in this vital hormone? Here is what you should know.

Most people know that sleep issues, health problems, and depression go hand in hand. But the effects run much deeper than that.

Travel benefits you in many ways, from reducing stress to boosting your mood to improving mental resilience. Now studies show traveling can also balance sleep.

Our sleep patterns naturally change as we age. You might think you're getting quality sleep by time spent in bed, but other factors can hint that you're not.

Here's a look at what really happens to your body -- both the good and the bad -- when you nap every day.

Bedtime routines are an important precursor to proper sleep. Here's what a poll of Health Digest readers said is their go-to strategy before tucking in.

Daylight savings time can mean a lost hour of sleep. But experts suggest this year may be a little easier. Here's what you can do to make the best of it.

The little things we do during our day, and particularly near bedtime, can get in the way of a good night's sleep. Here are some of the habits you should avoid.

Because of the direct connection between sleep and our health, it is important for us to analyze our sleep habits and make changes as necessary.

REM sleep is crucial to your overall health and plays an important role in brain function and development, but how? And what even is this unique phase of sleep?

Sleeping can be hard for someone with arthritis who's struggling with pain and stiffness. Here are some techniques that can help.

Insomnia is a common problem that, if gone untreated, can have a number of repercussions. Read on to learn about the causes, symptoms, and impact of insomnia.

There are many factors that may increase your chances of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). Here's why the risk may be higher for some teenagers.

Poor sleep and more problems with allergies, asthma and acne are just a few of the problems awaiting you if you don't swap out your pillows on a regular basis.

Not only do night owls have a higher risk of many diseases, but they are 10% more likely to die early than early birds. However, societal factors are at play.

Not getting enough sleep may have an impact on your mental health. Lucky for us, researchers from a recent study were able to elaborate on the matter.

When we hit our heads on that pillow, we're doing more than just getting a good night's rest. In fact, for athletes, sleep improves their muscle growth.

Are you a night owl who struggles with groggy mornings? There are some things you can do that will help. Here's how to wake yourself up in the morning.

If you struggle with insomnia, it may be tempting to take a sleeping pill to get some relief. But regular use of sleeping pills has unexpected consequences.

CPAP machines are used by people with sleep apnea to keep their airways open during the night. Here's everything you should know about this equipment.