When it comes to our health, a good night’s sleep is highly important. Regular poor sleep leaves you at risk of certain medical conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, lower life expectancy and obesity1. Also, if nothing else, it can make you incredibly irritable. For many of us, getting 7-8 hours of quality sleep a […]
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Sleep and growing older
We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, and as we grow older, we start to experience changes in our sleep. We take a look at sleep and ageing, the relationship between the two and how our bodies adapt to changing sleeping patterns.
Meditation for sleep: Tips & advice for beginners
Meditation is a helpful tool to aid sleep. It can train you to let go of any negative thoughts bouncing around your mind, helping you to stay in the moment.
Why alcohol and sleep don’t mix: Everything you need to know
Think a nightcap can help you get a better night’s sleep? Think again. Alcohol may be known as a sedative which can help induce feelings of relaxation and sleepiness, but this doesn’t mean it will give you a good night’s sleep. Here, we explain why alcohol and sleep don’t mix.
Suffering from Sleep Loss? 14 Sleep Deprivation Effects on the Body
Sleep deprivation is the consistent lack in quantity and/or quality of sleep. And, while a bad night’s sleep can certainly ruin your day, long term sleep deprivation can have a much bigger impact on your quality of life.
What is insomnia: symptoms, causes & treatments
Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being. In this article we will explore what is insomnia, how to recognise the symptoms, what causes insomnia, and what treatments and advice are available.
Good self-care starts with good sleep
That constant feeling of having little or no energy can be a result of not looking after yourself. Break the habit. Self-care starts with sleep, here’s how.
The benefits of a good bedtime routine for regular sleep
Discover the benefits of a bedtime routine for nodding off faster, getting a better night’s sleep and improving the health of your mind and body.
10 tips to promote a healthy sleep environment
Sleep is important for our physical and mental health. Here, we explore 10 tips to create the perfect sleep environment to help quieten your mind, relax your body, and help you towards a good night’s sleep.
What is ‘healthy sleep’?
Sleep is essential for good physical and mental health, but are you getting enough ‘healthy sleep’? We explore what healthy sleep is, how you can tell if you are getting enough healthy sleep, why it is so important to your overall health, and simple habits to help you on your way to a healthier sleep.