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Insomnia Linked to Risk Of Heart Failure

People with insomnia appear to have an increased risk of developing heart failure, according to new research from Norway

Poor Sleep Linked to Memory Loss

Poor sleep in old age prevents the brain from storing memories. New studies suggest that boosting ‘slow wave’ sleep could restore memory as we age.

Sleep, Stress and Cancer: How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

by Dr. Keith I. Block

Insomnia and other sleep disorders are quite common among people with cancer, occurring in about one out of every three cases on average.

Cherry Juice for a Good Night’s Sleep

Americans seeking a better night’s sleep may need to look no further than tart cherry juice, according to a new study in the European Journal of Nutrition.

Alcohol Cuts Sleep Benefits

Large amounts of alcohol are known to shorten sleep latency, increase slow-wave sleep, and suppress rapid eye movement (REM) during the first half of sleep.

During the second half of sleep, REM increases and sleep becomes shallower. A study of the acute effects of alcohol on the relationship between sleep and heart rate variability (HRV) during sleep has found that alcohol interferes with the restorative functions of sleep.