Teachers in Saudi Arabia are frequently absent from school due to neck, shoulder, and back pain. This issue is widespread, with nearly half of them having taken time off because of these ailments. But what's causing this? Is it because they are older, work too much, or maybe they don't get enough rest? The reasons might not be what you think. A recent study dug into...
Ever wondered how your nighttime phone habits stack up against others? A recent investigation dug into this, focusing on when people power down their devices before bed. The findings? It's not just about phones; it's about age too. Instead of measuring sleep directly, researchers tracked something else: the last time people used their phones at night. This "nocturna...
Ever wondered why you have bad dreams after eating certain foods? A recent study dug into this question and found some interesting connections. It turns out that people who struggle with lactose intolerance might be more likely to have intense nightmares. The study, which looked at over 1, 000 participants, found that those with severe symptoms of lactose intoleranc...
The idea that napping might be linked to an increased risk of early death has been explored in a recent study. This study tracked the sleep patterns of over 86, 000 healthy adults in their middle years. The results showed that those who frequently took naps, especially in the early afternoon, had a higher chance of dying earlier than those who did not nap. The study,...
Sleep trends are all the rage, but do they really work? A recent study looked at five popular sleep trends to see if they are worth the hype. One trend involves taping your mouth shut at night. The idea is to force yourself to breathe through your nose. This can help with snoring and dry mouth. Some people even claim it improves their facial features. While...
Ever thought about sleeping solo on vacation? You're not alone! A growing trend, called "sleep divorce, " has many couples booking separate rooms to get some quality shut-eye. Surprisingly, 37% of couples in a Hilton report said they don't share a bed while traveling. At home, about a third of couples already sleep apart, with younger folks like millennials doing it ...
So, daylight saving time is about to end. You'll gain an extra hour of sleep, but it gets dark earlier. This can mess with your body clock. The shift is easier in the fall than spring, though some folks might struggle. It's not just about sleep; heart rate and stress hormones are affected too. Health groups suggest sticking with standard time. Most countries don't sw...
I recently started tracking my sleep using the Samsung Galaxy Ring, and it's given me a lot to think about. At first, I was skeptical - I figured it would just tell me I was a bad sleeper and leave it at that. But the data revealed some surprising insights. I was sleeping more than I thought, and my night-time interruptions were shorter than I expected. But despite t...
When it comes to sleep, everyone has their own preferences and habits. But what happens when you share a bed with someone who has drastically different sleep patterns or habits? For one in three Americans, their partner's sleep habits negatively affect their own sleep quality. Snoring, tossing, and turning, or even just stealing the blanket can be enough to drive you...
Waking up to a new day doesn't have to be a struggle. In fact, it's time to kick the habit of hitting the snooze button for good. This habit may seem harmless, but it's actually doing more harm than good to your sleep schedule. Think about it, setting multiple alarms may be a sign that you're not giving your body enough time to fully rest and recharge. Sleep experts...