Sleep

Far from being a passive state, sleep involves a series of complex interactions inside your body and brain. So what actually happens when you’re asleep? Written by Madeleine Bailey on March 25, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Neil Stanley on March 28, 2019 A good night’s sleep doesn’t just help you feel okay the next day – it’s essential for your health, too. Here’s why you need it, and how to...

Trouble nodding off or staying asleep? It could be insomnia. Discover what causes this common sleep disorder and easy ways to beat it – without counting sheep Written by Madeleine Bailey on March 25, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Neil Stanley on March 29, 2019 Around...

Not getting enough sleep or keep waking up in the middle of the night? Sleep deprivation and disruption can lead to a series of consequences and conditions. In the short-term, this can include reduced quality of life, emotional distress, mood disorders and a poor performance...

Why bad nights happen to good people – and how to break the cycle We’ve all been there. Lying awake at night, tossing and turning. With every tick of the clock, the problems seem to magnify and our stress levels soar. And unfortunately, it works...

If you’re experiencing low mood, anxiety, stress or sleep problems, there are herbal remedies that could help to pep you up. Handpicked article: This is what happens to your body when you’re stressed Shop Stress Relief Passion flower Passion flower (Passiflora incarnate) is an herbal...

How to cope when you don’t sleep well together Sharing the bed with a duvet hog, seismic snorer or furious fidgeter? If your partner’s sleep habits are impacting on your quality of sleep, you could be at risk of sleep deprivation. And experts now think...

Clean sleep could be the key to a healthier and happier you The “clean” movement has embraced everything from food to beauty, and clean sleep is the new kid on the block. Based around the idea that sleep is crucial to your appetite and energy...

The seven biggest sleep myths busted MYTH: You can "cheat" sleep debt FACT: Let’s face it, our busy lives mean we all burn the candle at both ends during the week and “sleep debt” creeps up on us like nobody’s business. Unfortunately it’s not simply...

Not being able to sleep is so frustrating. You’re tired, you can sense yourself getting snappy throughout the day and you simply don’t feel on top form. You crave your bed and then when you get there, you just don’t get what you need. While...

When you’re not sleeping well, getting a good night’s rest becomes your top priority. For many of us with sleep problems, thinking about a full unbroken eight hours occupies all our waking moments. Why is sleep so important? Sleep is vital for both your health...

Spending some time to unwind before your evening slumber is essential. It not only helps you get a better night’s sleep, but helps you feel more relaxed. We caught up with author and nutritional therapist, Madeleine Shaw, to get her top tips for destressing for...

We’ve all been there. Getting up after a bad night’s sleep is the worst feeling. The day ahead seems to stretch out endlessly ahead of you and all you can think about is getting back under the duvet. But you can beat it. And often...