The Relationship Between Sex and Sleep

Despite the major role that both sleep and sex have in overall wellness, the relationship between them has often been overlooked.

Waking Up With a Dry Throat: What Causes It and How Do You Treat It?

Waking up with a dry throat can be frustrating, especially if you are unsure of its cause. In addition to experiencing discomfort, people with dry mouth — often associated with a dry throat — are more likely to experience poor sleep quality.

Napping: Benefits and Tips

Nap needs and the benefits of napping can vary among individuals. Knowing the facts about napping can help determine whether to take naps, and tips for better naps can enable healthier napping habits.

The Unexpected Impact of Caffeine and Alcohol on Sleep

Sleep experts have long known that consuming caffeine or alcohol on their own can harm sleep. Now, new research suggests that these effects may cancel each other out when caffeine and alcohol are both consumed on the same day.

Astronauts Launch Study on the Effects of Long Spaceflights on Sleep

In September, astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) began a long-term study to learn how sleep patterns differ on space and Earth.