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Is Social Media Scrolling Costing You Zzzs?

As social creatures, many of us can’t resist the draw of social media. This commonly leads to spending excess time scrolling newsfeeds and liking posts, often late into the evening and before bed. Having only

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How Important is Sleep to Fertility?

Sleep is critical in so many aspects of our lives, but did you know that sleep can be very important to fertility in both women and men?  How does fertility change in men and women

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Holiday Feasts Galore! Here’s Why You’re Feeling So Tired After Dining Big

With so many tasty options around us this time of year, it’s hard not to have them all! Alas, when we do, we sometimes overeat and face the consequences. A nap may seem like a good idea at the time, but overeating can have

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10 Ideas to Survive a Shift Work Schedule

Ever worked a graveyard shift? Approximately 16% of American employees do shift work.  Anyone who’s ever had to work a night shift, or hours that don’t follow a typical daytime work schedule, can tell you just how difficult it can be.  Why

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The Latest Sleep Research: How Are We Sleeping During the Pandemic?

Recent studies have found that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a varied influence on people’s sleep. Some have found small, unexpected benefits of the lockdown. Specifically, the quality of sleep in people with clinical insomnia

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Teen Sleeping [How Many Hours of Sleeps Do Teens Need]

With the constant availability of social media, tech devices, and busy school and extracurricular schedules, it comes as no surprise that teens aren’t getting enough sleep. How much sleep should teenagers get?  The American Academy

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Here’s How to Increase Your Time in Deep Sleep

Does it feel like your body is dragging, despite getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep at night? It might mean you’re missing out on precious deep sleep. Deep sleep is the sleep stage responsible for healing and repairing

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4 Ways to Get More Sleep this Holiday Season

Festive? Yes. Hectic. Oh yes! The holiday season is here, and along with the joy of the season comes the chaos of attending all the holiday parties, shopping for last minute gifts, and attending endless

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Getting Better Sleep Through Life’s Ups and Downs

What’s considered a change in life? A change in life can be any change in your circumstances or your routine. For example, it might involve leaving a job, moving to a new place, health challenges,

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