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What is sleep debt and can it ever really be paid back?
By Nicola Appleton published
Sleep debt, also known as sleep deficit, is when you get less sleep than your body needs. It's possible to pay back some sleep debt, but not all. Here's how.

Your weekend lie-ins are causing social jet lag — why that’s bad news for your sleep
By Michele Ross published
What is social jet lag and how does it mess with your sleep? A behavioral sleep specialist explains.

5 tips for handling sleep deprivation, from a sleep coach and new parent
By Claire Davies published
I’m a Certified Sleep Science Coach and this is how I cope with sleep deprivation after having a baby.

New study reveals menopausal women lose 2.5 hours’ sleep a night
By Claire Davies published
The study also found that 4 in 10 menopausal women have to sleep alone to try and get a better night’s sleep.

These 4 things help me sleep much better with back pain
By Tom May published
Back pain can ruin your sleep, but not if you follow this advice from posture and physio experts

Neuroscientist shares 5 key tips to help you sleep better with hayfever
By Claire Davies published
Expert tips for sleeping better when you have hayfever

Does cheese cause bad dreams? We asked a sleep scientist
By Ruth Hamilton published
We're often told that late-night cheese leads to vivid dreams or nightmares. We take a look at where the theory comes from, and if there's actually any science to back it up.

Expert reveals the best sleep positions for snoring – plus 5 anti-snoring tips
By Michele Ross last updated
A sleep medicine expert shares how to reduce snoring for a good night’s rest
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