Short sleepers, who make up less than one per cent of the population, spend significantly less time snoozing without any ...

Along with getting exercise and eating a nutritious diet, sleeping for 7-9 hours a night is at the top of every doctor's list of habits that will keep you healthy. Experts warn that skimping on sleep ...

I have something to confess: I regularly sleep less than seven hours a night. Despite knowing that this duration is below the oft-recommended sleep guidelines for adults, I always try to justify my ...

It might start with a late-night scroll, a gripping series, or just thoughts you can’t shake. Suddenly, there are only six hours left until your alarm goes off. Maybe you tell yourself it’s no big ...

Genetic mutation could explain why some function fine on six hours a night. Aug. 14 -- THURSDAY, Aug. 14 (HealthDay News) -- A lucky few can get by just fine on six hours of sleep, and a new study ...

The idea that you can gradually train your body to function optimally on less sleep has become a badge of honor in our productivity-obsessed culture, but this belief is based on a fundamental ...

Runners who sleep less or have poor sleep quality and more sleep problems are significantly more likely to report injuries.  Researchers grouped ru ...

Studies of sleep and recovery for elite athletes have identified foods and behaviors that improve sleep. That's great news for adults looking to improve their daily lives.

CHICAGO -- Kids and teens who spend more time on screens and get less sleep may have higher risks for future heart and metabolic problems such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, unhealthy ...

A cooler bedroom might be better for older sleepers than previously thought. Researchers found that keeping nighttime ...