MIT sleep study yields unexpected results
More sleep seems to provide big benefits: Many people find it gives them increased energy, emotional control, and well-being.
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Joseph Shavit
- 4 days ago
New research unlocks the secret to a good night's sleep
Sleep is essential for our well-being, and a good night's sleep can work wonders for both mind and body.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 15
These common sleep habits can substantially increase dementia risk
The study found that "cognitive function should be monitored in older adults who report prolonged time in bed and advanced sleep timing.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 5
Sleep quality directly linked to cardiovascular health, study finds
Having trouble sleeping? A new study examines the link between poor sleep and cardiovascular disease-free life expectancy.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 1
These basic sleep habits can substantially increase dementia risk
According to a new study from China, Sweden and UK, how long people sleep and when they go to bed could influence their risk of dementia.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 24
MIT sleep study delivers unexpected results
Getting more sleep seems to provide big benefits: People find it gives them increased energy, emotional control, and improved well-being.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 23
Scientists discover the secrets to a good night's sleep
A good night's sleep can work wonders for both mind and body. But what is it that determines how much and how deeply we need to sleep?
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 2
These sleep habits can substantially increase dementia risk
The study found that "cognitive function should be monitored in older adults who report prolonged time in bed and advanced sleep timing.
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 2
This is the most critical factor for boosting mid-life brain power, study finds
Unlike previous studies, which have examined the link between daily MVPA and brain power, the new research also considered time spent asleep
Joseph Shavit
- Feb 1
Scientists identify sleep habits that substantially increase dementia risk
The link between sleep problems and dementia has, however, been found to be inconsistent in population-based studies, the researchers said.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 24
MIT sleep study delivers unexpected findings
Getting more sleep seems to provide big benefits: Many people find it gives them increased energy, emotional control, and well-being.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 23
Researchers identify the secrets to a good night's sleep
What is it that determines how much we need to sleep, and what can cause us to sleep more deeply? A new study provides some answers.
Joseph Shavit
- Jan 16
Mouth taping can improve quality of sleep and blood oxygen levels
It’s tough to tell your body to breathe through your nose at night, but you can force it to with a trick that’s growing in popularity.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 23, 2022
Researchers discover the secrets of a good night's sleep
A good night's sleep can work wonders for both mind and body, but what is it that determines how much we need to sleep?
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 16, 2022
Trouble falling asleep at night? Research results are truly eye-opening
A study measuring the sleep patterns of students has turned up some surprises about how and when our bodies tell us to sleep.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 2, 2022
Scientists identify sleep habits that significantly increase dementia risk
The link between sleep problems and dementia has, however, been found to be inconsistent in population-based studies, the researchers said.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 25, 2022
MIT sleep study delivers unexpectedly eye-opening results
Getting more sleep seems to provide big benefits: People find it gives them increased energy, emotional control, and an improved well-being.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 2, 2022
Researchers identify sleep habits that significantly increase dementia risk
Researchers from China, Sweden, and the United Kingdom found that sleep for more than eight hours increased dementia risk by 69%.
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