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Sleep

Tossing and turning? Unlock the secrets to better sleep with tips and tricks from the experts.

How sleep affects your brain health

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager talk to experts David Eagleman, neuroscience professor at Stanford University and CEO and co-founder of Neosensory; Rebecca Robbins, sleep researcher and co-author of “Sleep for Success!”; and Matthew Walker, professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, about the impact of sleep on your brain health.
How sleep affects your brain health
How sleep affects your brain health

How to create a bedtime routine to help you fall asleep easier

If you have a hard time falling asleep at night, creating a nighttime routine to wind down before bed can make a huge difference.
Young woman practicing breathing exercise in bedroom at home
Young woman practicing breathing exercise in bedroom at home

Is 6 hours of sleep at night enough?

Sleeping six hours a night? Experts discuss whether it's enough, the potential health impacts, and tips to improve sleep hygiene.
Shot of a young man sleeping in bed.
Shot of a young man sleeping in bed.

Is 5 hours of sleep at night enough?

Is it healthy to sleep five hours at night? Experts discuss the health impacts of sleep deprivation and how to get more sleep.
woman half asleep in bed
woman half asleep in bed

4 breathing techniques to ease your anxiety in minutes

Slower breathing can reduce anxiety and fear, while increasing the ability to reason.
Male nurse with disposable cup resting on sofa in hospital.
Male nurse with disposable cup resting on sofa in hospital.

Staying up late may put you at greater risk of diabetes, a new study finds

Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that people who naturally prefer to stay up late are more likely to have poor lifestyle habits
A building with only one light on
A building with only one light on

This is the ideal sleep temperature for older adults, new study finds

If you're 65 or over, you may want to turn up the thermostat.
 senior couple sleeping
 senior couple sleeping

Summer heat can make sleep harder. Stop doing these 3 things before bed

Increased light, heat and socializing can mess with our sleep in the summer months.
A beautiful woman examines her skin in a bathroom mirror
A beautiful woman examines her skin in a bathroom mirror

11 best linen sheet sets for any budget — and what to look for when choosing one

Bedding experts explain why this fabric is worth the investment.

I sleep better with a newborn than I ever did before having kids — here’s how

How I learned to “sleep like a baby” after teaching my daughter good sleep habits.
Michelle & Olivia, Wailea Beach
Michelle & Olivia, Wailea Beach