Have you recently noticed your dog sniffing around your cat’s favorite toy? If so, you may find yourself wondering why your dog is drawn to something clearly designed for cats. After all, it’s called ...

Having the hardest time falling asleep and just wish there was a magic potion that could finally give you some ZZZs? Well, we can’t promise a magic potion — but a cup of herbal tea might do! Turns out ...

A nightly cup of ginger tea may seem like a small habit, but its benefits can go a long way. Ginger tea contains compounds that relax the body and improve blood circulation before sleep. It aids ...

It’s that time of the year again - final exams for learners and students across the country. With stress levels high, many families and friends prepare exam care packs to encourage and support ...

A balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals is crucial for maintaining good health and promoting quality sleep. Supplements can support a person’s diet, but may have adverse effects if taken ...

According to new research, this centuries-old beverage supports long-term brain health by dialing down inflammation and balancing hormones, leading to better sleep, steadier moods, and sharper focus.

Staying awake for 24 hours can impair your cognitive function, similar to being over the DUI limit. Your risk of heart disease, depression, and obesity increases if you have chronic sleep deprivation.

Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, or CBT-I, is a short-term, highly structured form of therapy used to treat chronic insomnia. Like other forms of CBT, CBT-I targets a client’s maladaptive ...

Sleeping for at least eight hours a day forms the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. Alongside this, aligning your circadian rhythm enhances the benefits of good nutrition and regular exercise. On ...

Whether it's hot chocolate or iced coffee, the temperature of drinks — and when you drink them — may influence your mood, according to researchers. A new study, published in the British Journal of ...

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