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 tried this handheld 'breathing coach' to stop stress ruining my sleep, and it ended up solving my morning fatigue — here's why
I’m falling asleep faster and waking up with more energy—and my Heart Rate Variability (HRV) data proves it's working.
That's not how you get rid of bed bugs — new study discovers what they really hate, and the methods that will banish them
Scientists have found bed bugs hate water but this has some unexpected implications for your DIY bed bug treatments — here's everything you need to know.
I'm using a $25 encasement to stop bed bugs and dust mites from infesting my mattress — but there's one thing I wish I could change
The Linenspa Mattress Encasement offers 360-degree protection for your bed — but here's what it did to my sleep.
This is how luxury hotels get their bed sheets crisp, white and smelling fresh — and the secret is in your cabinets, expert says
Citric acid is the affordable secret behind the clean and white bed sheets in your favorite hotel. An expert explains how to use it at home.
Check out the best mattress deals for April 2026
Is it time to upgrade your bed? This month's best mattress sales include offers from Bear, Saatva, Amazon, and many more.
A massive new study reveals how snoring is linked to accelerated heart aging — what we know and tips to stop
Snoring is more than just a nuisance, as this massive study exploring the link between disordered breathing and vascular aging reveals.
Waking up exhausted even after 8 hours sleep? Expert says follow this simple 2-step routine to start the day with energy
Forget coffee — this easy 2-step routine is even "faster than "caffeine" at waking you up, according to the expert.
Science says sleeping this amount extra per night cuts heart attack risk by 10% — doctors explain why
Dr. John La Puma and Dr. Daniel Cham speak to us about why sleep is essential for heart health and the small changes to make today to protect your heart
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
This $4 household staple might help you prevent a bed bug infestation naturally — but there's a catch
Rubbing alcohol can be used to kill bed bugs but we recommend using these affordable alternatives instead.
I'm waking up full of energy after a doctor helped me fix this simple sleep hygiene mistake I didn't realize I was making
Doctors explain how my pre-bed routine was harming my sleep and the easy changes that have me sleeping through the night and waking up before my alarm, full of energy.
Vagus nerve stimulators promise to ease nighttime anxiety and prevent 3 a.m. wakeups — here's how to do it at home (without spending $900)
An expert explains how to employ vagus nerve stimulation for free at home, to ease anxiety and improve sleep. All you need is some cold water...
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.
5 signs your mattress is why you keep waking up during the night — plus, 3 quick fixes to boost your comfort
Presented by Helix Sleep
Insights and hacks from a professional mattress tester
'80% of people with sleep apnea don't know they have it' — the signs and sleep tracker metrics to look for, according to a Samsung Health scientist
Snoring is the 'hallmark of sleep apnea', a doctor says, but there are other signs and metrics to look for on your sleep tracker. Here's what you need to know...
3 doctors recommended this sleep hygiene tip and it's why I'm finally waking up with loads of energy — here's how it works
Here's the simple, doctor-approved sleep hygiene tip that's finally helping me to wake up with energy
Research shows 53% of us only sleep well 4 nights a week and anxiety is a leading cause — an expert explains how to sleep better every night and skip the 3 a.m. wake ups
Resmed has found only one-third of adults claim to sleep well every night — Dr. Carlos Nunez explains expert rules for beating the odds and getting good sleep, night after night.
Naps are a great way to stave off sleep deprivation and cope with burnout and fatigue but timing is key to prevent 3am wake ups
Presented by Helix Sleep
An expert explains how to nap without ruining your sleep and why siestas are so loved by people in 'Blue Zones.'
'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.
