Understanding Your Sleep
Uncover the science of sleep and its importance for health. Learn about sleep cycles, stages, and factors that affect rest, along with tips for achieving better sleep and overall well-being.
Lifestyle
Discover how lifestyle choices like diet, exercise, stress management, and sleep environment impact your sleep quality. Learn practical tips for improving sleep through healthy habits and better daily routines.
Talking in your sleep can be embarrassing if you are caught by someone or even just yourself. If you share a home, you could be disturbing your partner or
Sleep deprivation is about more than just feeling tired. Being sleep deprived is a chronic condition that has long-term effects on your health and quality of life. It is not about one bad night, but a pattern of regular behaviour causing poor sleep.
Waking up in the middle of the night is something we've all experienced. Seemingly, for no apparent reason, we find ourselves having woken up suddenly in the small hours of the night.
Like many people, I spent October not getting as much sleep as I maybe should have. As it turns out, worry over my lost sleep might have been the problem, rather than the lack of sleep itself. You might be the same.
Talking in your sleep can be embarrassing if you are caught by someone or even just yourself. If you share a home, you could be disturbing your partner or
Sleep deprivation is about more than just feeling tired. Being sleep deprived is a chronic condition that has long-term effects on your health and quality of life. It is not about one bad night, but a pattern of regular behaviour causing poor sleep.
Waking up in the middle of the night is something we've all experienced. Seemingly, for no apparent reason, we find ourselves having woken up suddenly in the small hours of the night.
Like many people, I spent October not getting as much sleep as I maybe should have. As it turns out, worry over my lost sleep might have been the problem, rather than the lack of sleep itself. You might be the same.
Sleep hygiene is something that is frequently recommended as a lifestyle that promotes good sleep. Retaining good hygiene is essential to ensuring good energy levels and consistent sleep.
REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep is frequently mentioned in advice regarding sleep, but it's still rather unclear to most people. REM sleep is hailed as better quality, "deep" sleep.
Counting sheep as you try to fall asleep is a common trope when we imagine going to sleep. It is something we have seen frequently in books, television, and films - especially cartoons.
Many an overworked student or worker has pulled an 'all-nighter' to get to that final deadline. It's a hazard of modern working.
Sleep hygiene is something that is frequently recommended as a lifestyle that promotes good sleep. Retaining good hygiene is essential to ensuring good energy levels and consistent sleep.
REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep is frequently mentioned in advice regarding sleep, but it's still rather unclear to most people. REM sleep is hailed as better quality, "deep" sleep.
Counting sheep as you try to fall asleep is a common trope when we imagine going to sleep. It is something we have seen frequently in books, television, and films - especially cartoons.
Many an overworked student or worker has pulled an 'all-nighter' to get to that final deadline. It's a hazard of modern working.
Struggling as so many of us do, with merely getting up in the morning and making it to work by 8, 9 or 10am, it's sometimes easy to forget that not everybody follows a traditional nine-to-five work schedule. In fact, over 1.3 million Britons will regularly find themselves working at night, as well as approximately 22 million Americans.
Countless books, articles and blogs are dedicated to advising you on how to improve your career prospects and salary, but few if any of these include in their tips for the top “get an early night”.
It's a debate as old as the shower itself - what is cleaner, having a shower in the morning, or at night before bed? Should you have the time to choose, both have rather equal benefits and drawbacks.
Sleep habits in different countries tend to vary far more than most people anticipate. The fundamental similarity of a flat surface to sleep on pervades, but there is often more variety than you expect.
Struggling as so many of us do, with merely getting up in the morning and making it to work by 8, 9 or 10am, it's sometimes easy to forget that not everybody follows a traditional nine-to-five work schedule. In fact, over 1.3 million Britons will regularly find themselves working at night, as well as approximately 22 million Americans.
Countless books, articles and blogs are dedicated to advising you on how to improve your career prospects and salary, but few if any of these include in their tips for the top “get an early night”.
It's a debate as old as the shower itself - what is cleaner, having a shower in the morning, or at night before bed? Should you have the time to choose, both have rather equal benefits and drawbacks.
Sleep habits in different countries tend to vary far more than most people anticipate. The fundamental similarity of a flat surface to sleep on pervades, but there is often more variety than you expect.
Getting enough sleep is paramount to our health, wellbeing, and energy during our daily lives. While six hours of sleep...
In today’s fast-paced world, getting enough quality sleep can feel like an elusive goal. Many of us turn to sleep aids, gadgets, or other interventions to improve our rest, but actually, one of the most natural and effective remedies for a better snooze might be right outside your front door. Introducing: nature.
Not necessarily – consistently getting up early means you will lose out on a significant amount of sleep. Later starts improve output, efficiency and overall qu
Ellie Violet Bramley recently asked the very same question, as part of an article for The Guardian entitled, “Dream ticket: how sleep became a billion-dollar business”.
Getting enough sleep is paramount to our health, wellbeing, and energy during our daily lives. While six hours of sleep...
In today’s fast-paced world, getting enough quality sleep can feel like an elusive goal. Many of us turn to sleep aids, gadgets, or other interventions to improve our rest, but actually, one of the most natural and effective remedies for a better snooze might be right outside your front door. Introducing: nature.
Not necessarily – consistently getting up early means you will lose out on a significant amount of sleep. Later starts improve output, efficiency and overall qu
Ellie Violet Bramley recently asked the very same question, as part of an article for The Guardian entitled, “Dream ticket: how sleep became a billion-dollar business”.
From an increasing demand for free music content online - through the likes of YouTube and Vevo - to the gradual decline in CD sales, the ever-changing
Headspace, Digipill and, Sleep Cycle - smartphone-based apps have revolutionised the way we sleep. And together with a whole host of articles proclaiming “5 Ways to Sleep Better…” (myself included
According to the BBC documentary The Truth About Getting Fit, your Fitbit’s ‘beep’ in celebration when (if) you reach the 10,000 step benchmark, is somewhat premature.
Anyone who knows anything will be able to rattle off Albert Einstein’s world-famous equation. But what most people fail to realise is that it’s actually a shortened version of a much longer equation
From an increasing demand for free music content online - through the likes of YouTube and Vevo - to the gradual decline in CD sales, the ever-changing
Headspace, Digipill and, Sleep Cycle - smartphone-based apps have revolutionised the way we sleep. And together with a whole host of articles proclaiming “5 Ways to Sleep Better…” (myself included
According to the BBC documentary The Truth About Getting Fit, your Fitbit’s ‘beep’ in celebration when (if) you reach the 10,000 step benchmark, is somewhat premature.
Anyone who knows anything will be able to rattle off Albert Einstein’s world-famous equation. But what most people fail to realise is that it’s actually a shortened version of a much longer equation
Ale before sleeping, it’s a morning of weeping. We’ve all had a little too much booze at some point of time in our lives, but as the rhyme so aptly describes, the morning after a night of drinking is often hellish.
For most people, a typical day of work begins when the sun comes up and ends when it goes back down again
For many women, changes in the body can make an impact on your sleep. Hormonal shifts, such as your period and the run up to it, can leave you feeling more tired than usual.
Almost all of us have had these recurring dreams. You appear to be going about your day as normal - and then - all of your teeth fall out!
Ale before sleeping, it’s a morning of weeping. We’ve all had a little too much booze at some point of time in our lives, but as the rhyme so aptly describes, the morning after a night of drinking is often hellish.
For most people, a typical day of work begins when the sun comes up and ends when it goes back down again
For many women, changes in the body can make an impact on your sleep. Hormonal shifts, such as your period and the run up to it, can leave you feeling more tired than usual.
Almost all of us have had these recurring dreams. You appear to be going about your day as normal - and then - all of your teeth fall out!
Earphones can be a great way to block out loud noises when trying to sleep. Certain sounds, such as white noise, have been proven to help block out sounds in a soothing manner that can help aid sleep.
The past was not the place for sleep. Sure, everyone did it. It’s no new phenomenon; we’ve been sleeping since the beginning of time to fulfil our basic scientific requirements for rest. We left our mother’s wombs with no instructions, but still knew how to cry ourselves into a sweet slumber.
Pyjamas have been around for centuries, originating in the Indian Subcontinent, and later adopted by the British during their colonial rule of the country in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Is sleep important for weight loss? It absolutely is! It is common knowledge that the food we eat and physical activity we do need to be altered to lose weight.
Earphones can be a great way to block out loud noises when trying to sleep. Certain sounds, such as white noise, have been proven to help block out sounds in a soothing manner that can help aid sleep.
The past was not the place for sleep. Sure, everyone did it. It’s no new phenomenon; we’ve been sleeping since the beginning of time to fulfil our basic scientific requirements for rest. We left our mother’s wombs with no instructions, but still knew how to cry ourselves into a sweet slumber.
Pyjamas have been around for centuries, originating in the Indian Subcontinent, and later adopted by the British during their colonial rule of the country in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Is sleep important for weight loss? It absolutely is! It is common knowledge that the food we eat and physical activity we do need to be altered to lose weight.
When you receive an injury its like a lead weight stopping you from functioning normally. A sprain, tear, or break changes your routine and makes you feel off balance, both physically and mentally.
Using a tampon is a convenient and effective way to manage your period. It also, however, carries slightly more risks than other...
Core sleep is a term you may have seen on smartwatches or on health blogs, for example, and along with "deep...
When you receive an injury its like a lead weight stopping you from functioning normally. A sprain, tear, or break changes your routine and makes you feel off balance, both physically and mentally.
Using a tampon is a convenient and effective way to manage your period. It also, however, carries slightly more risks than other...
Core sleep is a term you may have seen on smartwatches or on health blogs, for example, and along with "deep...
Stress & Anxiety
"Explore how stress and anxiety affect sleep quality, leading to insomnia and restless nights. Discover effective tips and strategies to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep for better overall health."
Whether it was Ernest Hemingway, my Grandad, or someone else entirely, one quote will always define sleep for me: “I love sleep.
How are you coping right now? We know times may be difficult amid worries, anxieties and perhaps big life adjustments at home or work as a result of the pandemic.
Our bedtime is supposed to be the most relaxing time, where we can unwind from the stresses of our day. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to leave the anxiety we feel during the daytime by our bedroom door.
Whether it was Ernest Hemingway, my Grandad, or someone else entirely, one quote will always define sleep for me: “I love sleep.
How are you coping right now? We know times may be difficult amid worries, anxieties and perhaps big life adjustments at home or work as a result of the pandemic.
Our bedtime is supposed to be the most relaxing time, where we can unwind from the stresses of our day. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to leave the anxiety we feel during the daytime by our bedroom door.
Illnesses & Diseases - The Impact on Sleep
Explore how conditions like depression and Alzheimer's disease affect sleep patterns. Learn about the sleep disturbances caused by these conditions and discover strategies to manage sleep issues for better overall health and well-being.
Many of us fear developing Alzheimer's disease as we age. The condition is life-limiting and progressive, making it a devastating diagnosis for many people and their families.
Until recently, Alzheimer’s had been somewhat neglected by mainstream culture. And indeed, why such a debilitating, crippling condition had
Depression expresses itself in numerous, horrendous ways. The constant feelings of fatigue coupled with the seeming inability to escape your depressive mindset, regularly leads to an overwhelming sense of alienation from family and friends.
It is thought that almost a third of those over 45 have arthritis, and almost half of people over 65 have the condition.
Many of us fear developing Alzheimer's disease as we age. The condition is life-limiting and progressive, making it a devastating diagnosis for many people and their families.
Until recently, Alzheimer’s had been somewhat neglected by mainstream culture. And indeed, why such a debilitating, crippling condition had
Depression expresses itself in numerous, horrendous ways. The constant feelings of fatigue coupled with the seeming inability to escape your depressive mindset, regularly leads to an overwhelming sense of alienation from family and friends.
It is thought that almost a third of those over 45 have arthritis, and almost half of people over 65 have the condition.