Latest articles by Frances Daniels
How often should you wash your bed sheets?
This is how often you should wash your bed sheets to avoid allergens, according to a dermatologist.
Not baking soda — this disinfectant is best for cleaning a mattress and getting rid of stains and smells, says upholstery experts
Baking soda won't remove tough stains and odors from your mattress — but a certain disinfectant will. An expert explains how to spring clean your bed properly.
This 5-minute bedtime trick provides instant back pain relief for better sleep, says chiropractor
A chiropractor explains how adding the beginner friendly cat-cow stretch to your nighttime and morning routine can reduce back pain and improve sleep
Forget pink or white noise — these are the 3 sounds I use to beat insomnia and sleep through the night
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Pink and white noise are popular sleep sounds, but they could be stopping you from sleeping through the night
5 simple 'body clock hacks' that help you fall asleep fast and wake up with more energy
Want to fall asleep fast or wake up less groggy? These five cues will let your body clock know if it's time to rise and shine or hit the hay.
Waking up at 3 a.m.? Insomnia experts share 7 common sleep mistakes that ruin your rest — and how to fix them
I speak to two doctors to find out the biggest sleep hygiene mistakes we're making and how they're causing 3.a.m. wakeups and insomnia
Experts say creating a 'brain bedroom' could help you manage insomnia, stop 3 a.m. wake ups, and fall asleep fast — here's how
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Sleep and Feng Shui experts explain how to build a 'brain bedroom' for better sleep
Almost 50% of US households use this item, but it can ruin your deep sleep — here's how to fix it to fall asleep fast and stop 3 a.m. wakeups
Trouble falling asleep at night? This common household item could be to blame — here's how to fix it
Feng Shui "helps the mind feel safe in sleep," say experts — here's how to create a balanced bedroom for ultimate rest
From earth-toned bedding to symmetrical nightstands, here's how to elevate your sleep with these Feng Shui finds
Over 65 and keep waking up at 3 a.m.? This common daytime habit is the likely culprit, says board-certified sleep doctor
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Board-certified sleep doctor shares simple rule to stop waking up at 3 a.m. if you're aged 65 and over
The simple metabolism hack that helps avoid 3am wake-ups — and it's the Blue Zone secret to longevity, too
Can eating "breakfast like a king" help you fall asleep fast and stop you from waking up at 3am? We ask the experts about this Blue Zone diet
The 3 biggest sleep issues over 65s face — and the 3 simple fixes to start using tonight, according to experts
Over 65 and keep getting ‘poor’ sleep? Experts explain how to fix the 3 biggest sleep issues to fall asleep fast tonight
"Sleep-promoting" reishi mushroom tea is everywhere — this is what happened when I tried it
Reishi mushroom tea is said to be a natural remedy for insomnia. Here's what happened when I tried it...
My sleep-tracking earbuds discovered how this one thing in my nighttime routine ruined my sleep — here’s why I won't do it again
My sleep tracker pinned the cause of my insomnia — an expert explains why this one activity made it harder to fall asleep
Experts explain why my simple morning habit is perfect for helping you sleep through the night — and may even improve life expectancy as a result
Getting enough sleep can add years to your life, so here's my quick morning hack to stop those 3 a.m. wake ups — and it's recommended by experts.
Keep waking up at 3 a.m.? A board-certified sleep doctor explains how making this simple switch in your nighttime routine can help manage insomnia
Who can resist scrolling and or binge-watching a new show before bed? Well, this simple swap can keep your evening entertaining without the disrupted sleep.
Thinking of buying your next mattress online? 4 reasons why you should — and the 2 teeny drawbacks to consider
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
"A comfy solution for couples who can’t seem to agree" — before you buy an adjustable firmness mattress, try this much cheaper bed topper instead
The Helix Dual Comfort Mattress Topper is up to $151 off in the new Presidents' Day deals
I tested this luxury hybrid mattress for side sleepers a year ago — it's still the closest I've ever got to sleeping on a five-star hotel bed
I'm a side sleeper, and I loved the hotel-style comfort of the luxury Leesa Legend Hybrid Mattress. Right now, there's 30% off in the Presidents' Day mattress sales.
Always tired? Experts share 5 signs that your mattress is to blame and how to fix it
The wrong mattress might be why you're exhausted every morning — experts share the most common signs you need a new bed.
For years my sleep schedule was all over the place but I’ve been sticking to the ‘7:1’ rule with these expert-approved tips — and it could help me live 4 years longer
These are the 5 expert-approved strategies I rely on to stick a consistent sleep schedule for better health and a longer life
Experts reveal the ancient wellbeing practice proven to help fight insomnia during menopause — and how to do it
Instead of asking women to sit still and 'empty their minds'... it gives the brain something gentle and rhythmic to focus on'
Stop waking up at 3am — 7 quick fixes you can do today, according to a sleep expert
From a quick stroll to two-second hacks, here's are the simple things that can help you sleep all night long and avoid 'middle insomnia.'
