Light sleep is the beginning of your sleep cycle and your body's way of winding down. Breathing, heart rate and muscle changes prepare your body for the deeper sleep to come. Light sleep is broken ...
High blood pressure is a rare health issue among teens, but U.S. case numbers are creeping upwards. Now, research published recently in the Journal of the American Heart Association, shows that ...
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20 fun facts about sleep

Sleep is something we all do every day, yet it’s surprisingly complex and full of mystery. While it may feel like nothing ...
Strong circadian rhythms and good sleep may lower dementia risk. Learn how routines, exercise, and lifestyle habits support ...
Adolescents who meet the recommended guidelines of nine to 11 hours of sleep per day were shown to have a significantly lower risk of hypertension, according to a study. Adolescents who meet the ...
Beyond disrupting sleep, untreated OSA is linked to serious health risks, including high blood pressure, heart disease, ...
Sleep is key to brain and body function, memory, physical performance, preventing chronic disease and improving mental health ...