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For the first time, there’s scientific evidence that a smaller, lesser known component of the cannabis plant – cannabinol – delivers better quality and longer sleep. It paves the way for finally having an effective sleep aid sourced from medical cannab… Continue reading Groundbreaking: ‘Sleepy weed’ shown to significantly improve sleep
Melatonin is already a popular supplement for those who struggle to get a solid night’s sleep. But the dosage of the supplement and the best time to take it has remained largely a trial-and-error endeavor. A new study puts that uncertainty to bed.Conti… Continue reading Need to sleep? Study pinpoints optimal melatonin dosage and timing
It’s reasonable to say that, as we’re increasingly plugged-in to a 24/7 cycle of news, entertainment and social media, we’re finding less time to opt out and focus on self-care. And while meditation has shown to have well-studied mental and physical be… Continue reading High-tech brain computer interface trains you to relax and sleep better
Using a weighted blanket overnight not only improves insomnia but mood as well, in addition to reducing the use of sleep medications, a review of existing studies has found. It’s an effective, non-drug way of improving sleep to ensure better overall he… Continue reading Weighted blankets: The many benefits of the modern Hug Machine
Toxic “forever chemicals” are a major environmental problem, and a growing body of research shows they’re also a major health problem. A new study has found people with higher levels of PFAS in their blood have poorer sleep.Continue ReadingCategory: Sl… Continue reading Toxic “forever chemicals” in the blood linked to poor sleep
A common childhood epilepsy drug has the potential to change the lives of millions of people who suffer from sleep apnea, as a human trial has delivered surprising results in reducing symptoms and improving daytime alertness.Continue ReadingCategory: M… Continue reading Sleep apnea symptoms slashed by 50% with existing epilepsy drug
While being a night owl has a certain cachet, a new study shows that staying up into the wee hours can be downright dangerous. The late-night lifestyle was shown to dramatically raise diabetes risk and cause several other health-damaging effects.Contin… Continue reading Night owls shown to have 46% higher chance of developing diabetes
In a medical emergency, quick treatment is critical. But a widely used drug could be repurposed to induce a hibernation-like state, to slow down organ damage and save lives by giving patients more time to reach a hospital.
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Continue reading “Suspended animation” drug could buy time in medical emergencies
This extraordinary active pillow is designed to detect snoring and actually do something about it – repositioning your head until you breathe easier, without waking you up. Yes, we’ve officially entered the age of the AI pillow.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading ‘Active pillow’ silently adjusts your head to stop snoring
For the first time, scientists have discovered that a small region of our brain shuts down to take microsecond-long naps while we’re awake. What’s more, these same areas ‘flicker’ awake while we’re asleep. These new findings could offer pivotal insight… Continue reading Our brains take naps while we’re awake – and wake when we’re asleep