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The 15-minute sunlight rule ended my morning energy slump and brain fog — and it can increase energy levels by 20%, doctors say

By Frances Daniels published

I spoke to 4 doctors, including clinical psychologists and a double-board certified psychiatrist, to learn why my 15-minute morning habit reduces my daytime fatigue.

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Is glycine or magnesium better for deep sleep? 2 board-certified doctors respond

By Frances Daniels published

I've been swept up in the hype around glycine gummies and magnesium strips, but are they actually boosting my deep sleep? Here's what board-certified doctors told me...

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Science says regular, good quality sleep can add up to 4 years to your life — these are the hacks I swear by

By Lauren Jeffries last updated

Plus, experts weigh in on why my nighttime routine works

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I was waking up at 3 a.m. for weeks — these 3 relaxation techniques help me fall back asleep fast again

By Lauren Jeffries published

After waking up at 3am every night, I've found the three best relaxation techniques to fall back to sleep quickly — and experts agree

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These 5 Apple Watch sleep settings are vital for 'lab accuracy,' doctors say

By Frances Daniels published

I asked two board-certified sleep doctors the 5 most important hidden settings on my new Apple Watch to improve my sleep.

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Is sleeping with a fan on bad for you? A respiratory expert weighs in

By Becky George published

Sleeping with a fan on can be a lifesaver in the summer, but can it ruin your sleep quality? Experts offer their advice

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I’m getting 2 hours extra sleep a night and more energy after making this simple change to my routine — but there’s a catch

By Jenny Haward published

Because of this change, I've gone from sleeping 7 hours a night to 9 and I've never felt better. Two neuroscientists explain what's going on

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3 key Apple Watch settings I’m using to get more sleep and hit the longevity boosting 7:1 Sleep Rule

By Frances Daniels last updated

I'm bagging a '92' Apple watch score for just 6 hours of slumber, but a 7-hour sleep goal is key for boosting longevity. Here's how I’m using the watch to sleep longer and consistently

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Slept for 7 or 8 hours but still exhausted? Work these 3 ‘sleep muscles’ for more energy, experts say

By Ruth Jones published

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.

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I fixed my morning exhaustion by ditching my snooze button habit — here’s the expert 3-step reset that helped me

By Eve Davies published

I thought hitting snooze would help me feel less tired, but it was actually making my fatigue worse

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