You’ve heard of REM sleep but what about deep sleep? Experts share why it’s important and how to make sure you’re getting enough of it.

Are sleep trackers on your phone helping you get a full night's rest? NPR's Life Kit investigates.

Do you binge-watch Netflix episodes until the early hours? A doctor warns that skipping deep sleep harms your rest, even if you meet the total time recommendation. According to the Centers for Disease ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Sleep may be the foundation of health, but there’s a lot of confusion around it. How much to get? How to ...

Americans, by and large, are starved for sleep. While seven to nine hours of sleep a night is generally recommended, a survey by US News revealed 58% of us sleep six to seven hours a night, while one ...

A good night's sleep does more than just help you feel rested--it might literally clear your mind. A new study shows how deep sleep may wash away waste buildup in the brain during waking hours, an ...

Few experiences rival the calm satisfaction of falling asleep easily and waking up feeling fully rested. But sleep is more than a luxury or idle downtime, it’s a vital biological process that supports ...

Seeking a sleep solution that doesn't involve supplements? Personalized neurostimulation from the comfort of your bed is now an option. Aly Lopez Former Writer I Aly Lopez was a writer on the sleep ...