Latest articles by Ruth Jones
Slept for 7 or 8 hours but still exhausted? Work these 3 ‘sleep muscles’ for more energy, experts say
Morning exhaustion is often caused by poor sleep quality, even if you clocked 7, 8 or 9 hours in bed, but working these key 'sleep muscles' will turn things around.
I was sleeping 8 hours a night but waking up exhausted — until a doctor taught me 3 tricks for ‘switching off’ before bed
I thought 8 hours of sleep was enough, but stress was ruining my rest and recovery each night. These 3 simple doctor-approved tips have finally restored my morning energy levels.
A warm shower or bath before bed helps you fall asleep fast — but timing is key, sleep expert reveals
Showering or bathing before bed is a simple habit that tricks your body into going to sleep fast and waking up with energy, but timing it right is key.
‘More bacteria than a toilet seat’ — study reveals exactly when we need to wash pillowcases and bed sheets for healthier sleep
'Dirtier than a toilet seat': I found out how quickly bacteria teems on pillowcases and bed sheets and, well, I’m stripping my bed immediately
Over 65? Doctors say spending less time in bed could increase how much deep sleep you get — here's how and why it's vital for ageing well
Presented by Helix Sleep
Deep sleep declines with age, but experts explain how maximizing sleep efficiency can help seniors enjoy more deep sleep and avoid 3 a.m. wake ups.
'You're not winding down, you're stimulating your nervous system' — expert pinpoints the nighttime routine mistake that kept waking me up at 3 a.m. and the $10 gadget that stopped it
Can't keep your hands off your phone at bedtime? This analog alarm clock switch minimizes distractions so you can fall asleep faster and stay asleep
Experts reveal why over 65s with back and hip pain need a warmer bedroom for sleeping — here’s the temperature they recommend
Pain experts explain how adjusting the thermostat can stop you waking up with tight, sore muscles, plus the bedding essentials to stay warm without overheating.
I asked the experts what’s the number one rule of good sleep hygiene and they all said the same thing
There’s no ‘easy fix’ for better sleep — but this gold-standard rule is the best starting point if you want to fall asleep fast and stay asleep.
I’ve been tracking the amount of deep sleep I’m getting using my Apple Watch and I thought it was nowhere near enough — I asked a doctor and their answer surprised me
Two sleep doctors explain what deep sleep is, how much we need and the real number you should be looking for on your Apple Watch sleep tracker.
‘Your sleep banking account is in the red’ — an expert explains why I’m tired all the time, despite getting plenty of sleep at the weekend
Are you catching up on sleep or are you stealing sleep from the week ahead? An experts explains why you're feeling tired and what to do about it.
Forget blue light blocking for better sleep — this is the hidden iPhone feature to use instead
This hidden gem iPhone feature turns my phone from a carnival of excitement to an absolute snoozefest. Here's how to do it.
Are your best years for sleeping behind you? Women’s health specialist shares what to expect in your 30s, 40s and 50s — and how to fight back
From pregnancy insomnia to postmenopause joint ache, women's hormones can cause a rollercoaster of sleep issues. Our experts explain what to do about it.
Following the 7:1 sleep rule can add 4 years to your life, but sleeping in at the weekend is undoing all of your good work — an expert explains why
An expert explains how 'catching up on sleep' at the weekend might be ruining my sleep for the following week (and beyond), and the gold standard sleep habit I should stick to instead.
My sleep tracker says I keep waking up at 3 a.m. but an expert told me not worry as long as my sleep score also shows these 3 things
I thought my 3 a.m. wake ups were a disaster but my sleep tracker tells a different story. An expert explains why
This Nordic sleep hack will help you fall asleep fast — but experts issue warning to anyone waking up at 3am
I gave this cold weather sleep hack a go and asked doctors how to nail this Nordic favorite to avoid waking up in the night.
Expert reveals the 10-minute bedroom decluttering task that's like a silver bullet for falling asleep in minutes — what happened when I tried it
The mess and clutter of an unmade bed can set off a cortisol spike right as you're trying to sleep. A professional organizer explains the fuss-free hacks for making your bed in the morning.
I’m a massive overthinker and it keeps me awake at night — I asked an expert why and how to relax my mind
How this soothing alternative to guided meditation is helping calm my racing thoughts so I can fall asleep fast.
This hotel sheet hack used by Marriott, Ritz-Carlton and more is helping me sleep through the night — here's why and how to do it at home
How this hotel sheet secret is helping me reclaim my sleep sanctuary — and making me actually want to do my laundry.
Two-thirds of adults want to 'hibernate like a bear' in winter — how 'hygge' is key to sleeping better and staying cozy without turning the heat up
Ready to hibernate? Our guide to creating a cozy sleep space, including one of the biggest bedroom trends of 2026.
Waking up at 5am? An expert explains why your thermostat might be to blame
We asked the experts if it's better for your sleep to turn the heat off overnight or leave it on. This is their advice...
Can't sleep? This one change could prevent late night wake ups — and make use of the bed socks you got for Christmas
Everyone's least favorite Christmas gift might be the key to better sleep, as bed socks help you maintain a cozy core temperature.
Are 8-inch mattresses good for heavy people? I'm a sleep writer, here's my take
We explore if eight-inch mattresses can deliver the support and comfort a person weighing over 250lbs needs in a mattress.
I was struggling to get out of bed until I tried this golden sleep hygiene rule — now I get up early and feel full of energy from the start
How my SAD therapy light gets me out of bed and why you need to add some sunshine to your winter mornings.
