Sleep

Trouble nodding off or staying asleep? It could be insomnia. Discover what causes this common sleep disorder and easy ways to beat it – without counting sheep Written by Madeleine Bailey on March 25, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Neil Stanley on March 29, 2019 Around a third of us can expect to experience insomnia during our lifetimes.1 Fortunately it’s often short-lived, but for some it can become a long-term issue...

Far from being a passive state, sleep involves a series of complex interactions inside your body and brain. So what actually happens when you’re asleep? Written by Madeleine Bailey on March 25, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Neil Stanley on March 28, 2019 A good night’s...

Clean sleep could be the key to a healthier and happier you The “clean” movement has embraced everything from food to beauty, and clean sleep is the new kid on the block. Based around the idea that sleep is crucial to your appetite and energy...

The seven biggest sleep myths busted MYTH: You can "cheat" sleep debt FACT: Let’s face it, our busy lives mean we all burn the candle at both ends during the week and “sleep debt” creeps up on us like nobody’s business. Unfortunately it’s not simply...

When you’re not sleeping well, getting a good night’s rest becomes your top priority. For many of us with sleep problems, thinking about a full unbroken eight hours occupies all our waking moments. Why is sleep so important? Sleep is vital for both your health...

Spending some time to unwind before your evening slumber is essential. It not only helps you get a better night’s sleep, but helps you feel more relaxed. We caught up with author and nutritional therapist, Madeleine Shaw, to get her top tips for destressing for...

There’s one weight-loss tool that we all have free access to, every 24 hours. Find out how sleep can affect your weight and health. The link between sleep and weight Most people think that calories are the be all and end all of weight loss....

Believed to regularly affect one in every three people in the UK, insomnia makes it difficult for sufferers to fall or stay asleep. Read on to find out more about this common sleep disorder. What is the definition of insomnia? People with insomnia struggle to...

Although the usual amount of sleep for most adults is thought to be an average of seven to nine hours a night, many of us regularly fall short. Find out how much sleep is right for you and how to identify any sleeping disorders. How...

Sleep apnoea is a disorder that causes frequent interruptions in a person’s breathing as they sleep. Read on for our guide to obstructive sleep apnoea and central sleep apnoea, the two main types of this condition and their effects on the body. We’ll mainly be...

Did you know, there are some sleep inducing foods that can help you to doze off at night. If you aren’t sleeping well, you might want to review the food you have before bedtime. Foods containing caffeine and stimulants will keep you up all night,...

Sleep deprivation is not getting enough sleep to feel awake and rested. Although most of us have suffered from the odd sleepless night, lack of sleep over weeks or months can have a negative effect on our overall health. Read on to learn about the...