The final evaluation: 9 sleep testers share the best-selling pillows they continue to endorse after more than a year.
Tired of tossing and turning at night? The key to a truly restful sleep might just be in the right sleep essentials. A quality pillow that matches your sleeping style, along with a cool pillowcase, can make all the difference in creating a cozy sleep environment. The New York Post undertook a year-long project to […]
Study finds a connection between sleep timing and higher dementia risk in older adults
New Study Links Sleep Patterns and Dementia Risk Recent research suggests that the timing of sleep patterns might be associated with a higher risk of developing dementia. The study sheds light on how our bodily rhythms, known as circadian rhythms, play a critical role in overall health. These rhythms act like an internal clock, guiding […]
When did people in America begin going to sleep so early?
At some point, perhaps in the early 2000s, conversations began swirling around a new aspect of American life. I recall a “Nightline” episode and a magazine piece discussing it. In Portland, where I reside, Charley’s, the only remaining 24-hour diner chain, shut its doors this year. Apparently, it’s too risky to remain open late. This […]
Ozlo Sleepbuds: Your best present for a restful night’s sleep
New Year, New Sleep: The Importance of Rest Every January, we set a ton of resolutions. You know the ones—drink more green smoothies, wake up earlier, start journaling. By February, though, many of those intentions often end up collecting dust, like that planner from last year. Yet, there’s one resolution that truly makes a difference […]
Devastated Dick Van Dyke ‘couldn’t sleep’ following the deaths of friends Rob and Michele Reiner
Heartbreaking Revelation from Dick Van Dyke’s Wife Arlene Silver, the wife of Dick Van Dyke, shared her emotional distress over the deaths of her friends, Rob Reiner and Michelle Singer Reiner, who were found dead in their Los Angeles home. She expressed that she “couldn’t sleep” the night the news broke. In an emotional Instagram […]
Sleep is the second most important factor after smoking in determining life expectancy.
Sleep Deprivation Linked to Reduced Life Expectancy Lack of sleep is now recognized as a major contributor to decreased life expectancy in the U.S., second only to smoking, according to a recent analysis published in the journal SLEEP Advances. This study was led by Dr. Andrew McHill, an associate professor at Oregon Health & Science […]
Experts caution on sleep positions related to nerve injury and back pain
Understanding the Impact of Sleeping Positions on Health Experts are highlighting that the way we sleep can influence more than just our comfort—it can also lead to various health issues. Your typical sleeping posture might result in discomfort, reflux, snoring, and even neurological symptoms that can arise the following day. “What we’re really interested in […]
Regular sleep schedule could reduce blood pressure, new study finds
Study Links Consistent Bedtime to Lower Blood Pressure A recent study has highlighted that maintaining a regular bedtime might significantly aid in reducing blood pressure levels. While many focus primarily on the quantity of sleep, experts indicate that the timing of sleep is equally crucial for heart health. Dr. William Lu, the medical director of […]
Apple Watch introduces new Sleep Score feature for improved sleep tracking
Apple’s New Sleep Score Feature for Apple Watch Apple has introduced a new feature called Sleep Score, which simplifies the way users can evaluate their sleep quality into a single number. This feature gathers data from your Apple Watch and converts it into a straightforward rating that you can check each morning. It’s designed to […]
Sleep apnea increases the risk of Parkinson’s disease twofold in a significant study involving veterans.
Link Between Sleep Apnea and Parkinson’s Disease Found A significant new study highlights a concerning connection between untreated sleep apnea and a heightened risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Researchers from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) surveyed over 11 million veterans aged 40 and older who did not initially have Parkinson’s disease. Among them, some […]