SLEEPING HABITS

A study by scientists at Washington State University and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory reveals the detrimental effects of working night shifts on health. Volunteers underwent simulated night or day shifts for three days to assess interna...

There are some habits which increase the chances of developing dementia. Some of these are surprising.

World Sleep Day is an annual event observed on the Friday before the March Equinox to raise awareness about the importance of sleep. This year, it falls on Friday, March 15, 2024. The theme for 2024 is 'Sleep Equity for Global Health,' highlighting ...

A recent study suggests that sleeping for only three to five hours per day may significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Lead researcher Christian Benedict from Uppsala University emphasised the importance of prioritising sleep,...

Sleep struggles in the startup ecosystem lead to dependency on self-prescribed sleep supplements. Doctors urge long-term behavioural changes for better sleep. Exceptions manage to follow the 10-3-2-1-0 method, avoid caffeine, exercise, or have flexi...

​Up to 40% of families use behavioural sleep strategies to teach their child sleep alone. While such strategies are generally successful in achieving this, it can be hard work for all the family.

Research shows a strong link between sleep, mental health, and screen time in teenagers and pre-adolescents. Lack of sleep and excessive use of social media and video games before bedtime can exacerbate anxiety and depression.

The trend of "5-9 before the 9-5" is gaining popularity on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, as users seek a balance between work and personal life. The trend involves creating a routine that nurtures the mind and body, encompassing activ...

Although it can be tempting to grab a cup of chocolate, or some of your favourite munchies, just before hitting the sheets, Dr. Rajan says that eating before bedtime can lead to disrupted sleep as it causes indigestion.

Lack of sleep could can reduce the benefits of regular exercise in the protection against cognitive decline, according to a study by University College London. The research found that individuals who slept less than six hours per night and were more...

Understanding habits can help students create a daily habit of studying. A habit has a cue, routine, and reward. To create a studying loop, start by setting a time, creating a cue, choosing an environment that helps concentration, and finding a rewa...

An unhealthier diet can cause poorer quality of deep sleep, according to a study carried out by Uppsala University in Sweden. The research analysed how junk food affects sleep, using 15 healthy normal-weight young men in a randomised study.

We must not underestimate the importance of adequate sleep for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Numerous day to day things we do have an adverse effect on how well we sleep, which unwittingly has an effect on our health. We can dramatically improve ...

Apple has codenamed this project the ‘Quartz’, for which several teams at the tech company are working on, including the health department, the Siri and AI teams.

We are beginning to understand how we might work with the rhythms of our bodies.

New study reveals that 55% of India’s population has been staying late at night and going to bed post 11 pm.

Conditions like heart disease, cancer, diabetes & stroke can be detrimental in the long run.

Sleep apnea, waking up during sleep and trouble going to sleep are other issues reported.

The Tesla boss took to his Twitter account on Monday to share the hack with over 100 million followers.