Tag: Sleep Science
This Sleep Expert Wants You to Stop Spending Money on Fancy Bedding
You’ve always heard the higher the thread count, the higher the quality, right? A sleep expert and a mattress entrepreneur told us that thread count is kind of a lie. The high numbers are usually inflated, and have nothing to do with bedding quality. Here’s why thread count doesn’t have much to do with sleep quality.
What Actually Happens to Your Body When You Get Enough Sleep
Getting enough sleep on a consistent and nightly basis sounds nearly impossible in this day and age, right? After all, one in three Americans aren’t getting enough sleep every single night. But as a motivator to start prioritizing sleep, we chatted with a sleep expert about what actually happens to your body when you do get great sleep—immediately and over time. The results are astounding…
5 Quick Bedroom Changes for a Better Night’s Sleep
Sleep should be pretty simple, right? But lately, with modern technology and daily troubles, it seems to be anything but. Thankfully, we talked to a handful of experts about simple ideas to take back your sleep, and turn your bedroom into a sleeping oasis. From paint colors to mattresses to the perfect sleeping temperature—here’s 5 quick tips to help you get to sleep.
Your Sleeping Position Can Determine How Often to Wash Your Sheets
How often are you washing your pillowcases? Probably not enough, shows new research. From face and hair oils, to dead skin cells, to sweat and saliva, there is a lot of unintentional debris being passed along to your sheets and pillowcases. We asked a few experts how to clean up, and how often.
This Simple Decor Swap Helped Me Fall Asleep Fast
This easy trick can make your bedroom light more amenable to falling asleep.
How to Get Better Beauty Sleep for $0
We know sleep is important, but did you know how you’re sleeping on your pillow could be causing premature aging? It’s one of the biggest causes of fine lines and wrinkles, right after sun exposure. Here’s how to sleep better.
The Magical Mineral That Can Improve Your Sleep and Energy
Just about every person does not get enough magnesium. That might sound insignificant, but a deficiency can lead to a bevy of issues, from sleeping problems and fatigue to muscle aches—but there’s an easy fix. Good news, because magnesium has incredible benefits for your health.
Side-by-Side Beds Isn’t Such a Bad Idea
Old fashioned, “I Love Lucy”-style double beds are here to save couples who constantly fight over the covers.
Make This Simple Change for Better Sleep Tonight
A new study reveals the key to better sleep—and it might be down to simply washing your sheets more regularly.