You’ve probably personally experienced how a lack of sleep or poor-quality sleep can affect your mood, but the link between mental health and sleep goes

If you’ve ever had a sleepless night or a disturbed sleep, you know the next day is tough, and sometimes feels never-ending. Imagine if that

The word circadian has its origins in Latin. It’s derived from ‘circa diem’, which means around the day.1 So, the phrase ‘circadian rhythms’ refers to

It’s probably fair to say that the three main enemies of sleep are light, noise and stimulants, such as caffeine. Whether the light is artificial,

Unlike sleeping tablets that work on your brain to promote drowsiness1, melatonin is a natural hormone that is produced by your pineal gland (a small

A recent article published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine pulls no punches in describing why sleep is essential for good health. “Sleep is

Sydney-based sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo has revealed the routine she recommends to her clients and it’s had a 100 per cent success rate. Read the

If you struggle with sleep problems you’re not alone. A study commissioned by the Sleep Foundation of Australia found that almost 60% of us regularly

The short answer is yes. The slightly longer answer is – it depends. Studies have shown that a nap can help alleviate daytime sleepiness, but

We all know that getting enough sleep is important. In fact, it’s as essential as food and water.1 Sleep affects almost every type of tissue

According to the US Sleep Foundation, “Sleep is an essential function that allows your body and mind to recharge leaving you refreshed and alert when

While scientists continue their work to identify and clarify all of the functions of sleep, decades of studies have confirmed that sleep is necessary for our healthy functioning and even survival.

Research shows 80% of tired workers feel they are less productive. Similarly, Sleep Health Foundation reports 29% of all workplace errors are a direct result of sleeplessness.

Waking up at 3am – it’s one of the most common problems facing our sleep deprived nation. In fact, since COVID19, research shows 41% report waking frequently through the night.

Have you noticed yourself particularly anxious, alert and unable to switch off since COVID19? Has this meant you’re feeling unable to sleep that evening, and you’ve felt even more anxious the next day?