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Our sleep tech tester testing the Apple Watch 10
Don’t worry about total sleep time, pay attention to these metrics on your sleep tracker instead

By Eve Davies Published

My sleep score stays in the 60s unless I ace these two sleep metrics — and it’s not to do with getting eight hours sleep. Experts explain why…

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I asked the experts what’s the number one rule of good sleep hygiene and they all said the same thing

By Ruth Jones Published

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.

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On the left, a close up of sleep tech writer Eve Davis wearing a sleep tracker while sleeping in bed. On the right, a close up of the Apple Watch Sleep Tracker showing the percentage for Awake, REM, Core and Deep Sleep
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

By Ruth Jones Last updated

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.

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Origin Hybrid Plus mattress in lifestyle setting
Origin Hybrid Plus mattress review: is this affordable customisable bed actually worth it?

By Lucy Scotting Published

Delivering firm, customisable support, the Origin Hybrid Plus mattress is a fair alternative to other similar beds with a flippable firmness layer.

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The image shows two mattress testers unboxing the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress and setting it up on a white bed frame in a blue bedroom
Thinking of buying your next mattress online? 4 reasons why you should — and the 2 teeny drawbacks to consider

By Frances Daniels Published

35% of all mattresses sold last year were bought online versus 23% the year before, so you won't be alone in your online bed browsing

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The Birch Elite Natural Mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom. A member of our testing team lies on the left side of the mattress on her back, while another mattress tester sits on the right hand side of the mattress. They're testing the motion isolation, to determine if one person getting into a bed disturbs the other
Always tired? Experts share 5 signs that your mattress is to blame and how to fix it

By Frances Daniels Published

The wrong mattress might be why you're exhausted every morning — experts share the most common signs you need a new bed.

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Over 40? The 7:1 sleep rule is the single most important 'longevity hack' you aren't doing

By Nicola Appleton Last updated

Doctors explain how sticking to two key sleep hygiene habits in middle age and beyond can add four years to your life and protect against cognitive decline

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Our sleep tech tester testing the Apple Watch 10
Forget about core sleep on your Apple Watch — this is the sleep metric you really need to pay attention to

By Becca Caddy Published

What is core sleep is on your Apple Watch, and does it even matter? We look at which sleep stages matter most for quality rest and recovery.

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The composite image shows a dark haired woman sleeping peacefully in bed on the left and a dark haired woman sitting up in bed and drinking a cup of coffee in front of an open window
Doctor shares bedroom window hack that helps you skip 3am wake ups and fall asleep fast — I tried it and here's what happened to my sleep

By Nicola Appleton Last updated

'Shock ventilation' of my bedroom is leading to longer, deeper sleep — here's how to do it...

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The image shows a man lying in bed with his eyes open and his arm resting on the top of his head. A digital clock beside him shows the time is 3AM
'Your nervous system thinks you’re in danger' — two sleep doctors explain why I'm waking up at 3 a.m. and how to stop

By Nicola Appleton Published

From breathing activities to strict boundaries surrounding your news consumption, two sleep doctors share their advice to calm your stressed out nervous system for better sleep.

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