We face plenty of challenges throughout our day, but falling asleep can be the toughest of them all. In a 2024 report released by the National Center for Health Statistics, researchers looked at 2024 survey data to get a better…
Those who masturbate swear by its many benefits. Not only is it a chance to get to know your body more intricately but it’s also a pretty empowering feeling to know that you can give yourself so much pleasure. Turns…
It’s no secret how important a good night’s sleep is for your health. Sleep can improve your mood, mental health, cognitive function, and physical health, according to a 2024 article in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. To ensure you get…
If you live next to rowdy neighbors, have a partner who snores, or you’re just a light sleeper, you may have considered a variety of options to help you get a good night’s sleep. While some people opt for white…
Snoring while catching some zzzs is common. But if your snoring has gone from just irritating your sleep partner to the “irregular breathing” territory, you may have a disorder called sleep apnea (via Cleveland Clinic). Sleep apnea is when you…
Even if we dread work, there’s no discounting the fact that there’s a sense of routine during the weekdays. We wake up at a certain time, eat our meals at regular intervals, get some movement in at the gym or…
It’s no secret that dreams can be strange and confusing. In fact, they’re notorious for being ambiguous and indecipherable. Dreams are often filled with bizarre characters and incoherent plot lines that can be difficult to understand when you wake up…
Seniors who frequently employ the use of sleeping pills may be increasing their risk of dementia, according to a 2024 study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. Insomnia, which is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, is a…
Your brain does a lot of work for you during an average day. It generates memories, emotions, and up to around 60,000 thoughts. Your brain regulates your hunger, heartbeat, breathing, and body temperature. Even when you sleep, your brain keeps working…
Beloved as it may be, sleep can be a fickle little thing. Some — given the opportunity and a decent place to sit –– could start snoring in the middle of a crowded room, while others may need to perform…