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Tossing and turning? Unlock the secrets to better sleep with tips and tricks from the experts.

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How sleep affects your brain health

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager talk to experts David Eagleman, neuroscience professor at Stanford University and CEO and co-founder of Neosensory; Rebecca Robbins, sleep researcher and co-author of “Sleep for Success!”; and Matthew Walker, professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, about the impact of sleep on your brain health.
How sleep affects your brain health
How sleep affects your brain health

Is 6 hours of sleep at night enough?

Is it healthy to sleep six hours a night? Experts discuss whether six hours is enough sleep, the potential health impacts, and tips to improve sleep hygiene.
Shot of a young man sleeping in bed.
Shot of a young man sleeping in bed.

A sleep psychologist recommends the 3-2-1 rule to help you get the best sleep of your life

A sleep expert breaks down the method, plus, other tips to improve your shuteye.
A young woman in orange pyjamas is fast asleep in a double bed
A young woman in orange pyjamas is fast asleep in a double bed

6 breathing exercises to ease stress and anxiety

Slower breathing can reduce anxiety and fear. Here's how to try "cycling sighing," box breathing and more techniques to help you relax.

Swimmer Thomas Ceccon seen sleeping outside after remarks about Olympic Village’s lack of AC

Ceccon spoke about the lack of air conditioning and poor food quality in an interview with Italian broadcaster Rai after failing to qualify for the 200-meter backstroke final.
Thomas Ceccon.
Thomas Ceccon.

Simone Biles reacts to Olympics cardboard beds that many have complained about: They 'suck'

Multiple Olympians have posted on TikTok sharing that their beds are "rock solid," which could affect their ability to perform their best, experts say.

Is a sleep divorce the secret to a happy marriage? Couples, experts weigh in

When snoring and other issues keep one partner awake, sleeping in separate beds or bedrooms can make all the difference.
Young couple smiling at each other in two single beds.
Young couple smiling at each other in two single beds.

Can the ‘sleepy girl mocktail’ really help you fall asleep faster?

TikTok users claim the mix of tart cherry juice, magnesium powder and prebiotic soda is giving them the best sleep of their lives.

What does it mean if you cheat on your partner in your dreams?

Nightmares and erotic dreams are a near-universal human experience, Dr. Rahul Jandial writes in his new book, "This Is Why You Dream."

How to create a bedtime routine to help you fall asleep easier

If you have a hard time falling asleep at night, creating a nighttime routine to wind down before bed can make a huge difference.
Young woman practicing breathing exercise in bedroom at home
Young woman practicing breathing exercise in bedroom at home

Train yourself to fall asleep in 2 minutes with this viral sleep hack

A sleep specialist explains how to train yourself to fall asleep fast.
Smiling woman with closed eyes lying on bed
Smiling woman with closed eyes lying on bed