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Want To Sleep Like An Olympic Athlete?

Want To Sleep Like An Olympic Athlete?

How do Olympic Athletes Sleep?

Olympic athletes push the limits of what seems physically possible in a human body. While natural talents (and yes, bodies that are anatomically suited to the sport) play a role, so much of an athlete’s success comes down to the hard work, dedication and commitment athletes put into training and preparation. And a big part of that pre-game prep must include shut eye, according to Henri Tuomilehto, clinical director at Oivauni Sleep Clinics in Finland.

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Rate Of Sleep Deprived Drivers Increasing

Rate Of Sleep Deprived Drivers Increasing

A new report released today gives a startling new look at the growing threat of drowsy drivers on the road, urging Americans to just get some sleep.

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Study: Birds Sleep When Flying, But How?

Study: Birds Sleep When Flying, But How?

Some birds sleep while soaring through the skies, a new study has found.

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Does An Alarm Clock Help Improve Your Sleep?

Does An Alarm Clock Help Improve Your Sleep?

How important are alarm clocks for sleep?

I drifted off to sleep cloaked in a dimming, rosy glow. Seven hours later, I awoke to a soft light that could’ve been from the sun had it not been for the fact that my blinds were down. Ripped from a dream, I expected to be confused and cranky—and I was, but less so than usual. For this, I thought, I should thank the alarm.

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Brain Stimulation During Sleep Could Improve Memory?

Brain Stimulation During Sleep Could Improve Memory

Stimulating a targeted area of the brain with small doses of weak electricity while you sleep may enhance your ability to remember what you learned the night before, new research finds.

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Sleep Deprived? Be Productive At Work With These Four Steps

Sleep Deprived? Be Productive At Work With These Four Steps

Sleep Deprived? You Can Still Be Productive At Work

I have a seven week old. She’s adorable and I love her so much, but I already understand why Adam Mansbach’s notorious NSFW parenting book is a bestseller. My tiny human is not a fan of sleep, and I’m operating on less than I ever have. (I see you, college finals week, and I’m laughing at the idea that those were tiring all-nighters.)

I’m also back at work, and while my colleagues know it’s a transition period, it’s still my job to, well, do my job. I don’t want to be pigeonholed as the tired new mom and get passed over for something exciting that requires attention to detail. So, I’ve come up with a four-step plan to save me from my most sleep deprived self so I can still do good work.

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Summer Sleep Can improve With These Tips

Summer Sleep Can improve With These Tips

Need Summer Sleep? Check out these tips

Sun-filled vacations, backyard barbecues and long days at the beach: summer is jam-packed with calendar-consuming social events, easily making it the best time of year. That is, until night falls and it’s time to try and get some shut-eye. Even for those who usually have no trouble sleeping through the night, summer can be a trial, due to sweltering temps and long days conspiring to keep us up well beyond our bedtimes.

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Sleep Better At Middle Age With These 5 Foods

Sleep Better At Middle Age With These 5 Foods

Having trouble with sleep at middle age? Try these foods

Restful sleep at night can sometimes become elusive as we get older. Not only does it become more challenging to fall asleep, it’s also harder to stay asleep like we were able to in our younger years.

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Reasons Why We Actually Sleep

Sleep: Reasons Why We Actually Do It

A Good Night's Sleep Can Help Your Waistline

Sleep Well And It Could Help Your Waistline

Great sleep = Great Waistline?

You are likely to have heard Americans are getting fatter. Eating fast and processed foods and a sedentary lifestyle are likely contributors. Today, almost 70 percent of Americans are overweight, and this is a public health disaster. Another prevalent health issue in the U.S. is problems with sleeping. Almost 20 million people have sleep apnea, and about one-third of Americans are not getting enough sleep.

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