Sleep

The average person spends more than one third of their life asleep. During sleep, the body repairs itself so that we wake up renewed and refreshed. Find out more here:

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How Much Is Too Much Sleep?

by Laura Skladzinski

Rip Van Winkle did it for 20 years, but that doesn’t mean we should, too. Sleeping too much is associated with some serious health issues. Continue reading »

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Hey, Sleepyhead! How to Be a Morning Person

by Laura Schwecherl

Learn to love that alarm clock. Morning people may be healthier and happier than the rest of us. Continue reading »

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54 Unexpected Ways to Hack Your Health

by The Greatist Team

Soothe sunburns with tea; make yogurt from coffee; curse to curb pain. The world is full of unexpected hacks, and here are Greatist’s top picks. Continue reading »

Photo by Ben Draper
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Plan Ahead to Beat Jetlag

by The Greatist Team

Travelling can be hard enough, but jetlag can be prevented! Continue reading »

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How to Power Nap Like a Pro

by Kate Morin

Take a power nap to say goodbye to that midday lull, boost productivity, and avoid some serious health risks. Continue reading »

Photo by Jordan Shakeshaft
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Can You Exercise Too Much?

by Kyle J. Smith

Feel slow, weak, or fatigued despite a busy workout schedule? Overtraining could be to blame. Continue reading »

Photo by Ben Draper
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How Much Is Too Much Caffeine?

by Zachary Sniderman

Got the shakes but can’t stop pounding those Venti macchiatos? Caffeine consumption is near universal, so read on to find out how much is too much. Continue reading »

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Up All Night: Just How Bad Are All-Nighters?

by Bari Lieberman

Are all-nighters a hidden source of productivity or a harmful drain on health and wellness? Get the facts before tackling the night. Continue reading »

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Learn to Love Morning Workouts

by Angela Simpson

Wish you were able to roll out of bed and squeeze in a workout in before the crack of dawn? All it takes is a notebook, a smoothie, and a little motivation. Fitness Instructor Specialist Angela Simpson shares her favorite morning workout tips. Continue reading »

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The 63 Best Health & Fitness Apps

by Shana Lebowitz

From video instructions on pigeon pose to cookbooks for the dairy-free diet, these 63 apps help users achieve health and fitness anytime, anywhere. Continue reading »

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The Unexpected Stress-Busting Power of Music

by Laura Schwecherl

Listen up and calm down. Turning up the music may help us chill out. Continue reading »

Photo by Ben Draper
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16 Ways to Sleep Absolutely Anywhere

by Kelly Fitzpatrick

Vacation, plane travel, or just plain sleepiness — all can lead to some pretty desperate measures to catch a few Zzz’s. Instead of popping pills, try these easy tips to get better sleep anywhere. Continue reading »