The science of sleep

Struggling to sleep? Try taking tips from our Stone Age ancestors

Nailing your sleep routine is a tricky business. According to the experts, there’s a fine line between spending too much and too little time asleep. We’ve long been told that not getting your eight ho

Q. More people than ever are suffering from insomnia. Why are we sleeping so badly? A. Insomnia has been around for a very long time but it’s particularly a problem at the moment because the world is

Missing out on a decent night’s sleep can leave you feeling tired and irritable, but it also has long-term effects on health. ‘Increased sensitivity to pain, lower immune function, higher risk of type

Feeling sleepy? A quick Med-style nap could help you feel better instantly, so you don’t miss out on any fun this summer

Try these expert-approved techniques to switch off