Why do we sleep less well as we get older?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific concepts
Why don’t we fall out of bed more often?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific concepts
Can’t sleep? Get out into nature and swap your smartphone for a tent
A study suggests camping improves sleep. I’m not surprised as going back to basics in the Slovakian mountains ended months of crippling insomnia for me
Having trouble sleeping? Grab a tent and go camping, suggest researchers
Campers fell asleep about two hours earlier than usual when denied access to their gadgets and electrical lighting, study showed
Is it safe to take melatonin for jet lag?
The number of Americans taking the supplement has doubled in five years – but it is controversial and not available over the counter in the UK. So does it work?
Why the secret to productivity isn’t longer hours
Alex Soojung-Kim Pang noticed that he got more done on sabbatical than at work. His latest book is about the benefits of rest and shorter working days
Don’t lose your snooze: the technology that’s promising a better night’s sleep
Sleep technology is one of the biggest trends at CES, the world’s top electronics show, from beds that stop snoring to a pillow that monitors sleep cycles
New Year revolutions: four gadgets for a better you
Want to improve your fitness, sleep better or start making music this year? Our writers put the latest gadgets – and their New Year resolutions – to the test
Women’s sport, space probes and protests – reasons to look forward to 2017
The turbulence of this year might seem set to continue well into the next, but there are good things to come too. From mass protests to comfort telly, there’s something for everyone – and lie-ins are positively encouraged
Defy the ‘wellness’ industry: here are some simple ways to feel better in 2017
Diet and detox marketing makes us feel bad about our holiday season excess. But most of the best advice is obvious and cheap