Skipping just one night of sleep causes healthy adults to see a spike in immune cells linked to chronic inflammation, a key feature of obesity, according to new research. The good news is that once ...

A new study suggests that disruptions in sleep and daily activity timing may be linked to a higher risk of dementia in older ...

Animals have evolved to sleep in extreme ways — for example, taking micro naps during parenting, sleeping on the wing during ...

And those who experienced peak activity later in the afternoon — from 2:15 p.m. onward — had a 45% higher risk of dementia ...

We all have the same 24 hours in a day, right? Well not actually. Some people suffer from a rare, debilitating disorder that has them living in a nightmare where days and nights just can't peacefully ...

Past studies show the ‘boost’ the brain receives from physical activity normally peaks within the first 10 to 20 minutes. Researchers from University College London have now found that the ...

Sleeping five hours for one night might lead to short-term cognitive changes, but making it a habit can have serious health effects. Sleep is essential for good physical and mental health, but many ...

Declining brain function is a natural part of the aging process, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be delayed. A new study has found that physical activity can boost brain function for up to 24 hours and ...

I’ve heard eight hours of sleep is ideal, but I often get less than that. (And sometimes more.) How much sleep do I really need? The answer is complicated, but worth exploring. We often hear about the ...

TAKOTNA — Take care of the dogs, sleep, eat and repeat. That’s the mantra for mushers on their 24-hour breaks during the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. The 24s, as they’re called, are mandatory and a ...

Share on Pinterest Brain boost from exercise and deep sleep lasts through the next day, recent research shows. Image credit: BONNINSTUDIO/Stocksy. Regular exercise is good for brain health. Past ...