As scientists unravel how sleep benefits the body, a study in mice is highlighting the potential pitfalls of using Ambien and other sleeping pills.

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We ask an expert why REM sleep is so important, what happens if we don't get enough of it and how to get more REM sleep.

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OxStu's breakdown on the science behind sleep, providing practical advice on how to establish a good sleep routine.

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A delay in getting to the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep may be linked to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, ...