Sleep

If you grind your teeth at night, you may have considered trying a mouth guard. But are upper or lower night guards best for you? Read on to find out.

Our overall health is directly connected to good-quality sleep. However, a recent study revealed an average sleeping issue most Americans are facing.

How long does it take you to fall asleep? Here's how long it takes most people to fall asleep and what it could mean if it's taking you longer than average.

While the thought of it being dark early after the end of DST can feel distressing, this is actually more in line with our circadian rhythms. Here's why.

Those with certain health conditions, such as back pain, heartburn, and acid reflux, may find that certain sleeping positions offer unique benefits.

There's a difference between being unable to sleep and not allowing enough time for sleep in your daily schedule -- and how it can impact your depression.

While the gold-standard treatment for sleep apnea is a CPAP machine, there are other options like mouthguards available. But do they work?

In a survey, a surprising number of people confessed to being drowsy drivers. This is what experts recommend in order to avoid drowsy-driving accidents.

If you have trouble falling asleep at night, someone may have recommended you try taking melatonin. But is it safe? Here's what you should know.

Many people can't resist the lure of a late-night snack, but are there problems associated with it? Find out if it's ok to go to sleep right after you eat.

If your grind your teeth at night, your dentist may recommend wearing a mouth guard. But if your teeth hurt when you wear a mouth guard, here's what that means.

If you're one to keep experiencing pain in your shoulder, take a moment to consider your sleeping position because the pain may be associated with it.

Sleep apnea is a serious disorder that causes your breathing to start and stop abruptly while asleep. This is what we know about its link to night sweats.

We can't precisely control dreams or recurring nightmares, but they can leave us jumping up and gasping for air. Luckily, experts recommend a type of therapy.

While jet lag is a common occurrence, many people may wonder if there are ways to lessen the transition time. For example, can exercise help with jet lag?

Self-care is an essential tool for maintaining your well-being. We asked our readers their preferred method of self-care. Here is what they said.

Ever wake up in the morning with a headache that's not due to a hangover, but just a result of sleeping? Turns out, the pain may be associated with sleep apnea.

A good night's sleep can set the tone for your entire day. In fact, recent research has now linked five hours or less of sleep to chronic disease.

Grinding your teeth in your sleep can lead to jaw and dental issues if not addressed. Discover ways to prevent teeth grinding in your sleep.

Those who don't get enough sleep have to resort to taking sleep supplements, like melatonin. But how much should you be taking on a daily basis?

Your mental and physical health are dependent on one another. Here's what an expert said about the connection between your mental health and your immune system.

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that causes you to stop breathing while you sleep. Read on to learn some tips for managing your sleep apnea at home.

Sunrise alarm clocks could be just the thing to balance our circadian rhythm, fight sleep disorders, battle insomnia, and maybe even prevent cardiac events.

Though there isn't much research on how weighted blankets work, aside from the physical humanlike comforting factor, a new finding has revealed more.

While most of us have about four to six dreams a night, some people claim not to dream. This is what it really means if you don't dream.

Waking up and realizing you didn't get enough sleep is not a good feeling.

Drinking a cup of coffee before taking a nap might sound silly, but there are some good reasons to do so.