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There’s no substitute for a full night’s sleep, but there is a particular combination of meditation and yoga that comes close: yoga nidra. Yoga and meditation experts believe that one 30-minute practice of yoga nidra can be very restful for...

Sleep is one of the pillars of high performance. Your whole body runs better after a good night’s sleep, and considering that struggles with occasional insomnia are common, it’s worth your time to learn how to improve your sleep so...

While the state of your gut microbiome massively impacts digestion, it also plays a significant role in the quality of your sleep. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to support optimal gut health, and by extension, better sleep. From...

Light isn’t just good for your plants—it’s also good for your cells. From red light to sunshine, light benefits your energy, skin, brain function and even sleep. The trick is getting enough of it, at the right time…especially if you...

When you think of getting a good night’s sleep, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Most of the conversation around proper sleep centers around the number of hours you’re getting (or not getting). But while logging eight hours...

Ah, sleep. That blissful nightly reprieve from all things worrisome. That lovely, mysterious, and, for many, downright elusive mistress. However, stress and sleep can be an extremely toxic duo, which can ultimately impact our physical and mental health. For example,...

Trying to hide a huge yawn on a work Zoom or struggling to stay focused at your kid’s soccer game is never fun. If you’re not getting enough quality sleep throughout the week, you may find yourself in these less-than-ideal...

If you’re having a bit of trouble winding down from the day, a gentle, calming cup of collagen-infused sleep tea might just be the wind-down beverage you’ve been searching for. You can think of this tea as a subtle way...

If you want more energy, better focus and a foundation to feel your best all day long, go to sleep! Quality shut-eye literally affects everything from your mood to your energy levels. The problem is, a ton of factors can...

When you have low energy and feel groggy in the morning, consider taking melatonin for sleep. According to the CDC, more than a third of us in the United States aren’t getting enough quality sleep. Things in our everyday life,...

Now that the hot weather is here, you might find that it’s hard to get a good night’s sleep. Heat can affect your sleep quality, as well as deliver all the health problems that sleep loss creates. Here’s what you...

Summer trips to far-off destinations are on a hard pause. If you’re itching to hit the road, the Wall Street Journal reports that as long as you take necessary precautions, local vacations in uncrowded areas are lower-risk. But whether you’re...

Can’t sleep? If counting sheep gives you a headache, try this sleep hack: lay on an acupressure mat. Similar to acupuncture, acupressure stimulates sensitive points along your back called meridians, which studies show can induce relaxation. That means you can finally...

For many people, their sleep schedule depends on their daily routine. Enter: the need to reset your sleep schedule. To get quality sleep, you need to follow a regular cadence. If you’re wondering how to reset your sleep schedule for...

You’re in bed, staring up at the ceiling and wondering why you can’t fall asleep. The reality is, there are a lot of valid reasons to be stressed right now. Stress can keep you up at night, leaving you feeling...

Not only does the Bulletproof Diet help you feel more focused and energized, it also supports better sleep. That’s because eating more quality fats, managing inflammation and nourishing your body gets people much closer to where they need to be in...