When you picture the ideal night of sleep, what comes to mind? For many people, it’s (at least) eight blissful hours of uninterrupted snoozing. There’s no sound of snoring in your ear. No ...

Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our lives. It is a natural process that rejuvenates our bodies and minds, allowing us to function optimally during our waking hours. However, not all sleep is the same ...

HOUSTON — A good night’s sleep is important for both the body and brain. It’s essential to understand the four stages of sleep and how to get more restful z’s. Stage 1: Transitional sleep The sleep ...

Sleep is kind of a big deal. It’s the best way for our bodies to recover after a hard day, and it also greatly influences our cognitive functions and immune responses. Yet while many of us focus on ...

Sleep comprises one third of our adult life. It is essential for normal functioning; without it, we experience memory lapses, have difficulty with concentration, experience mood alterations, become ...

You may remember little to nothing when you wake up, but there’s a lot going on while you sleep. You just spent the previous seven to nine hours moving through a highly structured cycle of sleep ...

Before you roll over, consider whether those extra minutes of sleep are truly restorative.