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Exploring the world of Sleep Tourism

While the concept of sleep tourism, also referred to as sleep vacation, may seem a bit strange to some, it’s actually a growing trend among travelers who are looking for unique and exotic sleeping experiences on their vacations.

Mar 16, 2023 Sleep Habits and Health Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen

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Why do I wake up with a sore throat? 10 triggers and their remedies explained

Waking up with a sore throat can be a frustrating and uncomfortable experience. If you find yourself experiencing this problem on a regular basis, it’s important to understand the potential causes so you can take steps to prevent it from happening in the future.

Feb 16, 2023 Sleep Habits and Health Monica Garcia

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Valentine’s Day Special: Couples dealing with different sleep schedules

For many couples, as much as they love and want to spend time with each other – sharing a bedroom can still feel challenging and an exhausting act to balance. We’ll guide you through better habits and routines to adopt.

Feb 14, 2023 Sleep Habits and Health Anju Khanna Saggi

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Sleep problems during menopause: 3 natural remedies

Many women experience sleep problems during menopause. Before preparing for total misery until the hormonal storm has passed, we’ve got some natural ways for you to improve your sleep and quality of life through this significant time.

Jan 31, 2023 Sleep Habits and Health Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen

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How to manage (pre-) holiday stress at work and save your sleep

Starting your vacation with high-stress levels can impact your ability to relax, enjoy and recover during the holidays. We’ve teamed up with our Sleep Expert Li Åslund to manage holiday stress at work and keep healthy (sleep) habits ‘tis season so you can enter the holidays in jolly rather than jaded spirits.

Dec 8, 2022 Sleep and Performance, Sleep Habits and Health Susanne Lindberg Mikkelsen

How Periods and Menopause Impact Sleep

Why does my period make me so tired? The impact of PMS and period on sleep explained

Like sleep, menstrual cycles are natural bodily occurrences. Changes in hormones can lead to symptoms that can disrupt sleep.

Dec 6, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Maggie Schlundt

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The benefits of sleeping with a weighted blanket

Weighted blankets can be beneficial for sleep. The weight hugs the body, creating a pressure that relaxes the nervous system and improves sleep quality.

Nov 22, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Maggie Schlundt

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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

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How to stop grinding your teeth at night naturally: 10 remedies

What can you do to stop grinding your teeth in your sleep? Here are 10 natural remedies you can try.

Jul 28, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Sophie Bishop

10 habits for better sleep

These habits can help you get better sleep and keep your circadian rhythm, sleep pressure and activation level in check.

Jun 14, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Frida Rångtell

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Sleep and its significance after 60

Understanding the reasons why sleep is important after 60 is as important as recognizing the factors that can inhibit effective sleep.

Apr 21, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Rosie Buckley

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Putting your child to bed: the when and how of making a pre-school child fall asleep

Sleep is crucial for the healthy development of a child, but as most parents know, getting your child to sleep is not always easy. Keep reading and you might find the key to making your own, and your child’s evenings more enjoyable.

Apr 14, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Li Åslund

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7 Ways sleep can help control your weight

We dig deeper into why sleep matters for weight control and 7 ways sleep can help you reach your weight goals.

Apr 7, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Anju Khanna Saggi

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Celebrating World Sleep Day – Sleep Cycle shares tried and tested best practices for better sleep

On World Sleep Day, we welcome the attention given to sleep, as we see firsthand how sleep can so often be neglected. Yet at the same time, we know how powerful the impact of good sleep can be when we allow ourselves to…that’s right – just sleep. 

Mar 18, 2022 Sleep and Performance, Sleep Habits and Health Anju Khanna Saggi

Foods for better sleep

Foods for better sleep

Certain foods have been speculated to fight insomnia and provide…

Jan 6, 2022 Sleep Habits and Health Kyle Stevenson

Power Nap

Power naps – how powerful are they?

A power nap is a short sleep (only between 10-30 minutes) intended to revitalize you. Naps have long been part of life in different cultures, but how helpful are they?

Dec 3, 2021 Sleep Habits and Health Maggie Schlundt

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Could revenge bedtime procrastination be the reason you’re so tired?

After a long, stressful day, you may feel exhausted but somehow still find yourself unwilling to go to bed. If you’re seeking out “me time” late at night, you could be engaging in revenge bedtime procrastination.

Sep 9, 2021 Sleep and Performance, Sleep Habits and Health Maggie Schlundt

How working remotely impacts sleep, and how to improve it

Working remotely offered some people more time to sleep, but for many, it disrupted schedules and hurt sleep quality. Learn how to improve your sleep while working remotely.

Aug 26, 2021 Sleep and Performance, Sleep Habits and Health Maggie Schlundt

Lasting impact of COVID on sleep

Tens of thousands of people with Long COVID are still suffering from ongoing symptoms, with insomnia and sleep problems at the top of the list.

May 25, 2021 Sleep Habits and Health Maggie Schlundt

Celebrate world sleep day

World Sleep Day is a good time each year to take stock of your own sleep habits. Here are 10 tips to try that can help improve your sleep.

Mar 18, 2021 Sleep Habits and Health Sleep Cycle

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