A viral social media hack claims that eating baby carrots before bed can improve sleep, but nutrition science does not support the idea that carrots — or any single food — function as a sleep aid. Fox ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — New parents are bombarded with misleading posts and images about what’s safe when it comes to infant sleep. Consumer Reports experts say information shared by social media ...

It's a new year and many people are making goals to improve their health in 2026. While quality sleep may sound like a simple way to improve your health, between 50 million and 70 million Americans ...

Your pillow is one of the most powerful tools to help you fall asleep, stay asleep—and even ease your pain and improve posture during waking hours. Mounting research shows that pillow height and ...

Which sleep tracker should you buy this January? Here are some of our favorites, in various forms, from smartwatches to rings. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Whether you want to block out the noise or stay aware of your surroundings, these are the best sleep headphones we recommend in 2026, all tried and tested. When you purchase through links on our site, ...

Sleeping in a cold room helps your body produce the hormone melatonin, which promotes better sleep. An ideal room temperature for sleep is between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit. Limiting blue light and ...

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If you go hard at the gym, it’s important not to overlook recovery. Stretching, foam rolling, and hanging out in the sauna can all help reduce muscle soreness. You’ve probably heard rumblings about ...

Sleeping on the left side can help align the spine and reduce acid reflux. Back sleeping keeps the spine aligned but may worsen sleep apnea and snoring. Right-sided sleeping may improve heart health ...

The 10-3-2-1-0 rule can prepare your mind and body for rest and reduce your chances of insomnia. Suchandrima Bhowmik is a freelance journalist who specializes in medical, health and nutrition writing.