Sleep

Do you have a loved one who sleeps with their eyes open? It's more common than you think. Read on to learn why it happens, and what problems it can cause.

Proximity to electrical outlets when you're sleeping increases your exposure to EMFs, which can be dangerous in excess, so distance yourself from wall outlets.

Not getting enough sleep is known to cause many health problems, but how does it impact your blood sugar? Read on to learn more.

Men are more often diagnosed with sleep apnea, but part of that is that women have different and/or more subtle symptoms, and are thus often misdiagnosed.

While there is some evidence that suggests there may be some advantages to sleeping without a pillow, the health risks greatly outweigh the potential benefits.

Narcolepsy is a rare neurological sleep disorder in which the brain fails to regulate the body's sleep-wake cycles, resulting in excessive daytime sleepiness.

Drooling happens when our swallowing reflexes relax, and saliva accumulates and seeps onto our pillow cases. But it can also be a sign of another condition.

Sleep apnea causes the tissues in your throat to temporarily close or narrow your airway, causing you to stop breathing many times a night.

If you roll or fold your faithful pillow in half, consider stopping this habit immediately: It can cut off your air supply and lead to dental problems.

The latest health and wellness trend to go viral on TikTok is a sleep aid hack that involves drinking hot lettuce water. It sounds strange, but does it work?

We've all experienced restless nights. Health Digest has conducted a survey of 527 Americans to find out their favorite methods of coping when insomnia hits.

Can't imagine sleeping without a nightlight or at least some sort of illumination? Here's a look at why you may want to reconsider.

A common belief is that you shouldn't fall asleep after experiencing a concussion. But is closing your eyes after hitting your head really that dangerous?

Sleeping on the floor may not be the norm in the United States, but does that mean you shouldn't try it? Not necessarily.

Sleeping on your side is one of the more recommended sleep positions by experts. But not all side sleepers are guaranteed a perfect, pain-free night of sleep.

Snoozing alongside a loved one may provide increased feelings of comfort and security, but sleeping alone may provide a better night's rest.

There has been a long-standing debate about the health benefits and risks of sleeping with your dog. Here's what happens to your body.

Airing out your bedroom can sometimes optimize your sleep. But urban or nature noises can also worsen your sleep environment.

Naps and sleeping in give people a sense of correction without actually clearing a sleep debt. This can result in serious health problems.

There's nothing better than the warmth of a blanket after a long day. But what happens to our bodies when we fall asleep without one? We shiver at the thought!

'Pink noise' might sound like something made up to sell sleep aids, but it's actually a pattern of sound as old as rainfall and the human heartbeat.

Dealing with acid reflux is tough enough during the day. Fortunately, you can lessen symptoms of the condition by changing the position that you sleep in.

According to the Sleep Foundation, RLS affects between 5 and 10 percent of adults and 2 to 4 percent of children in the United States.

No matter your reason for not wanting to take your makeup off before going to bed, it's not going to be good enough.

We've all fallen asleep in a recliner while reading a book or watching TV, but for people with certain conditions, there are surprising benefits to this habit.

There are benefits and drawbacks to each position, although one seems to offer the most health advantages to the most people.

Sleeping with your cell phone at night is a common habit. But between the blue light from the screen, and the constant stimulation, is it safe to sleep with?