As scientists race to understand cognitive decline, a significant discovery shows how your nightly rest might be the key to maintaining brain health for decades. A breakthrough study has revealed that ...

Eat a balanced diet. You get lots of essential nutrients — like fiber and magnesium — from food. They can help support ...

If you’ve ever felt tired after a full night’s sleep, you likely didn’t get enough deep sleep. This stage of sleep is considered to be the most restful, so getting enough of it is key for your overall ...

HOUSTON — A good night’s sleep is important for both the body and brain. It’s essential to understand the four stages of sleep and how to get more restful z’s. Stage 1: Transitional sleep The sleep ...

Two particular phases in your nightly routine seem to play outsize roles in cognitive health. By Mohana Ravindranath A good night’s sleep isn’t just about the number of hours you log. Getting quality ...

The internet claims waking at the end of a sleep cycle will leave you refreshed, but experts aren’t convinced.

BLOOM (TAMPA) – Sleep is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being, yet many of us don’t fully understand its complexity. Psychologist and co-host of the Sleep Takeout Podcast, Daniel Baughn, Ph.D., ...

Sleep generally falls into two categories: Rapid-eye movement (REM) and non-REM sleep. Not surprisingly, both types help the body restore itself. More surprising, though, is how little we truly ...

Mass General Brigham study also finds link to violent behaviors such as carrying a weapon, highlighting the vicious cycle ...