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About Sleep

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Cortisol and Sleep – Your top questions answered to help you achieve healthy stress hormone levels

Cortisol (aka the stress hormone) is vital for our health and necessary for our daily performance. But what is it and how does it affect sleep? We answer your most frequently asked questions about how cortisol interferes with sleep and explore ways to stimulate healthy cortisol levels

Oct 20, 2022 Sleep Science Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen

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How to stop nightmares – A guide to scare them away

Although nightmares can be very unpleasant, they’re usually just part of life as long as they happen sporadically. No matter how much they trouble you, there are ways to make them less of a torment.

Oct 18, 2022 Sleep Disorders Carl-Henrik Monrad-Aas

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Sleep Cycle’s Smart Alarm Clock helps you wake up feeling rested and refreshed

Waking up each morning shouldn’t have to be a challenge. If you need your alarm clock to make it easier for you to wake up, Sleep Cycle’s Smart Alarm Clock could be the game-changing alarm you’ve been looking for. 

Oct 13, 2022 Sleep Cycle Features Anju Khanna Saggi

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8 key things to know about Restless Legs Syndrome

8 facts about this sleep disorder that affects around 5% of the general population.

Oct 11, 2022 Sleep Disorders Lina Törnquist

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The two-way relationship between sleep and bipolar disorder

We take a closer look at the role of sleep (or lack of it) in the different phases of bipolar disorder.

Oct 6, 2022 Sleep Science Anju Khanna Saggi

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10 Facts about narcolepsy

When staying awake is the hardest part.

Oct 4, 2022 Narcolepsy Malin Eriksson

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Why caffeine also makes you sleepy

We all know that caffeine is a stimulant that we’ve come to rely on for a little boost. So why is it that your double shot espresso sometimes has no effect and in some cases, even makes you feel sleepy?

Sep 29, 2022 Sleep Science Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen

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Sleeping with a snorer – How to sleep when someone snores

Sleeping with a snorer? Here’s what you need to do.

Sep 27, 2022 Snoring Malin Eriksson

Melatonin series (3): Magnesium vs Melatonin: Which one works best for sleep?

Our Head of sleep Science pits melatonin against another popular supplement that is used for sleep – magnesium. Which one is better for sleep? Figure it out here.

Sep 22, 2022 Sleep Science Dr. Michael Gradisar

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Sleep apnea is a big deal: Why does sleep apnea occur and what are the risks associated with it?

Learn how sleep apnea works, who it affects, and find out if you are in the risk zone.

Sep 20, 2022 Sleep Apnea Dr. Robert S. Rosenberg

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Quiz: Which Sleep Cycle app feature is most relevant to you?

Since its inception, users have flocked to the Sleep Cycle app to help them sleep better. But, which feature of the app is the most relevant for your sleep needs? Take the quiz to figure it out.

Sep 15, 2022 Sleep Cycle Features, Sleep Quizzes Monica Garcia

Sleep Hacks for Students

Study then snooze: top sleep hacks for students

Sleep hacks can help students get a good night’s sleep when they are juggling a demanding schedule. Get an A+ in sleep with these genius hacks for students.

Sep 13, 2022 Sleep Deprivation Maggie Schlundt

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The Sleep Cycle app explained – A guide to the functions & features

You recognize the need for better sleep, you’ve downloaded the Sleep Cycle app – now what? We walk you through some of our most popular features, the intention behind them and how they can contribute to your sleep health and healthy sleep habits that last.

Sep 8, 2022 Sleep Cycle Features, Sleep Reports Anju Khanna Saggi

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Insomnia – a basic guide: causes, risks, treatment, and more

If you’re struggling to sleep three or more days of the week, you may be suffering from insomnia. Discover the symptoms, risk factors and treatments here.

Sep 6, 2022 Insomnia Malin Eriksson

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Food coma: What’s the deal with that sleepy feeling after eating?

There’s no debate that the post-lunch dip is a very real condition experienced by many of us. But why does it happen and how can we prevent it?

Sep 1, 2022 Sleep Science Anju Khanna Saggi

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Slightly later school start times equal health benefits for teens

Teens aren’t getting enough sleep.

Aug 30, 2022 Sleep Deprivation Dr. Catherine Darley

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How alcohol affects sleep: All you need to know

We will walk you through common questions and misconceptions about alcohol and sleep and break down what alcohol does to the sleeping body at each sleep stage. Alcohol and sleep simply don’t mix well – read on to understand why.

Aug 25, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Anju Khanna Saggi

Mastering the art of the power nap

Mastering the art of the power nap

There are many health benefits to taking a power nap in the middle of the day. These tips will get you on your way to power napping like a pro.

Aug 23, 2022 How to Fall Asleep Malin Eriksson

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Back to work? Get your sleep back on track!

Here’s some of our best tips to help reset your body clock after the holidays.

Aug 18, 2022 Sleep and Performance Anju Khanna Saggi

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Is 7 hours of sleep enough? – Answering the top question “how much sleep do we really need?”

We spend up to one-third of our life asleep. But how much sleep do we really need and what defines this?

Aug 16, 2022 Sleep Deprivation Neil Clark

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Sleep apnea is a big deal: Why does sleep apnea occur and what are the risks associated with it?

Learn how sleep apnea works, who it affects, and find out if you are in the risk zone.

Sep 20, 2022 Sleep Apnea Dr. Robert S. Rosenberg

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How to use light to reset your circadian rhythm

The sleep-wake cycle is regulated by the body’s internal 24-hour clock – the circadian rhythm. But spending too much time indoors may be disrupting it.

Jul 19, 2022 Circadian Rhythm Lina Törnquist

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How does our circadian rhythm work?

Learn how the body clock works and why it’s so important.

Jan 11, 2022 Circadian Rhythm Malin Eriksson

A day in the life of Sleep Cycle’s Sleep Expert, Li Åslund

Ever wondered what sleep advice a sleep expert would give…

Dec 9, 2021 Sleep Science Anju Khanna Saggi

Born to move – sleep better by moving like you’ve never moved before

There’s never been a better time to reconnect with your body and mind for a better night’s sleep. How? Through movement.

Apr 8, 2020 Sleep Habits and Health Franz Stewart

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Cooped up inside? 5 tips for better sleep when stuck at home

From unemployment to self-quarantine, the stress of being stuck inside can impact a good night’s sleep. Here’s what you can do to change that.

Apr 6, 2020 How to Fall Asleep Frida Rångtell

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How to Fall Asleep

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Smelling sleepy – The scents that help you sleep

Sleep Apnea

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Can sleep apnea cause diabetes?

Sleep Cycle Features

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White noise for babies: does it really work?

Sleep Deprivation

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How long can you go without sleep?  The effects of sleep deprivation hour by hour

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