How owls helped me conquer my fear of the dark With the aid of the birds I was able to learn to love the night
How I beat overwhelm: Tracking my heart rate left me feeling like a frustrated failure Biofeedback devices promised a whole new world of mental and physical harmony. They did change my life, but not in the way I’d hoped
Banana bends and a well-timed coffee: 31 easy ways to jump-start your energy levels in the new year From morning drinks to bedtime sounds – and don’t forget a mid-afternoon boogie – experts share tips to help you boost your energy levels
From nightcaps to nightmares: the many ways alcohol disrupts your sleep Despite Dr Alex George’s recent experience of sobriety negatively affecting his sleep, alcohol remains a reliable way to disrupt your rest, in the long and short term.
Irregular sleep pattern raises risk of stroke and heart attack, study finds Variations in time a person goes to sleep and wakes up ‘strongly associated’ with higher risk of negative impacts
How do I stay healthy in my 50s? Ageing isn’t something that simply starts after you’ve reached a certain year. It’s a lifelong process, and in midlife your health needs can change
Heart attacks, diabetes, divorce: tackling the dangers faced by UK’s army of night workers Night Club, which has helped more than 10,000 workers recover their physical and psychological wellbeing, now has four demands for Labour
Should you make your bed in the morning? Why some doctors say no Medically minded social media influencers have been encouraging people to leave their bed linen dishevelled – and all because of the humble dust mite
Is it true that … the blue light from night-time scrolling can stop you sleeping? We often blame our phone’s glare for finding it difficult to fall asleep. But our expert thinks things are more complicated
The best sleep aids recommended by experts: from blue light-blockers to apps to help you nap Experts and poor sleepers share their tried and tested products and tips for a restful night