17 h. ago Expert shares 5 simple steps to banish insomnia and sleep like a baby

If you're struggling to drift off or waking too early – start these five simple healthy night-time habits to get a better quality of sleep and improve your overall health

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30 h. ago Experts share perfect temperature to get best night's sleep of your life

Experts have revealed the secret to achieving the perfect night's sleep, and it all comes down to one crucial factor that many of us overlook and adjusting this simple element could transform your rest

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3 d. ago Sleep expert's tip to help you get to sleep in minutes ahead of clocks changing

Sleep expert shares his favourite tips to get better sleep after saying the clocks going forward is 'unnatural' and that 'things go wrong with your health when your system is forced to work an hour earlier than usual'

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4 d. ago ITV This Morning sleep expert reveals whether wearing socks to bed improves sleep

The "Sleep Geek" has weighed in on a study which says socks could improve sleep

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4 d. ago Scientist reveals the real reason we yawn and why Brits should never hold one in

WARNING, EXPECT TO YAWN: We've lost count the amount of times we yawned reading the The Sleep Geek's expertise explaining how the act even strengthens social connections

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6 d. ago Football clubs chase sweet dreams as the latest key to high performance | Will Unwin

From Brentford to the NBA, experts highlight tackling ‘unhealthy habits’ around sleep for athletes to reach their peakWhen it comes to optimal performance, football clubs analyse diet, physiology and a plethora of minute details to ensure players have the best chance of peaking at the right time. One area that may merit greater focus is sleep.Insomnia and other sleep issues are prevalent across British society. It is estimated that 30% of the population do not enjoy good quality rest but in elite athletes that figure rises to more than 50%. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago 'Fall asleep faster' says sleep expert but only if you eat this delicious fruit before bedtime

Struggling to get decent shut eye can impact your health and wellbeing dramatically but what if we told you there's a fruity solution that can solve all your bedtime woes?

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1 week ago Experts warns against common mistakes to give your baby the safest sleep

From keeping your infant in your bedroom for the first six months to ensuring cots contain just two key items, The Lullaby Trust trust has these top tips for safe sleeping

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1 week ago Sleep expert's 'weird' hack will help 'trick the mind' into falling asleep

Struggling to fall asleep is something that many people struggle with. Luckily an expert has shared an unusual hack that might get you nodding off in no time at all

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1 week ago Sleep experts wince at 'nightmare' consequences of sleeping face down

Sleeping face down might feel comfortable but a sleep expert has strongly advised you find another way to drift off, with this sleep position having dire consequences that may give you nightmares

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1 week ago 17 best mattresses, tried and tested by The Independent’s sleep expert

Looking for a new mattress? I’ve tried and tested the best UK mattresses for back, side and front sleepers from Simba, Panda, Dormeo and more top brands

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1 week ago Dementia expert warns key sleep pattern doubles risk of condition

Sleep is vital for brain health but researchers say there could be a connection between how someone sleeps and their likelihood of developing dementia

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1 week ago Sleep expert breaks down what happens to your body if you get 'too many' Zs

You always hear people talking about what happens when you don't get enough sleep at night. But what about the other end of the spectrum - are there any dangers to getting 'too much' sleep?

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1 week ago Simba Hybrid mattress review: A sleep expert’s verdict (and by expert, I mean someone who sleeps every night)

A real-life, long-term test of the Simba Hybrid mattress - comfort, support, cooling and whether it’s worth the investment.

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1 week ago Baby sleep expert urges parents to pack twice as much of one simple thing ahead of family holiday

Every family deserves a relaxed holiday experience but in the early days of parenting life, it can be difficult to pin down the perfect travelling and holidaying sleep routine - until now

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2 w. ago Sleep expert's morning technique will make you 'less tired' and feel 'refreshed'

The daily routine should help improve your body's sleep cycle, according to expert Dr Michael Breus

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2 w. ago Sleep expert swears by 'moon breathing' technique to help you fall asleep faster

A sleep expert has shared a simple way to help you drift off into a deep slumber if you struggle to fall asleep at night - and it's all to do with your breathing

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2 w. ago Sleep expert reveals the real reasons you are waking up in the middle of the night

Have you ever found yourself randomly waking up in the middle of the night -- maybe at 2am or 3am? Do you find yourself doing this every night?

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2 w. ago Why you may wake up at 3am on Friday thanks to lunar eclipse Blood Moon

A sleep expert has explained how and why the total lunar eclipse can disrupt sleep

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2 w. ago Three houseplants that anyone who struggles to sleep should keep in their bedroom

Experts say they improve sleep quality by cleansing the air we breathe

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