They hunt skillfully, respond to their surroundings, and appear to enter a state at night that bears striking similarities to our sleep. Researchers have observed two distinct sleep phases in an Australian jumping spider—including a phase with rapid eye movements and muscle twitches reminiscent of human REM sleep. Whether the animals actually dream remains an […]
No sooner has the alarm clock stopped ringing than, for many people, the morning routine begins: getting up, making the bed, showering, and brewing coffee. The bedroom should look tidy before the day really gets underway. But when it comes to making the bed, of all things, it might make sense to change the usual […]
U.S. researchers were able to restore more than two hours of sleep per day in mice with Alzheimer’s-like changes. To do so, they did not need to remove the typical protein deposits in the brain or reduce their quantity. Instead, the intervention targeted overactive immune cells. The discovery could open up a new approach to […]
Why are some people able to keep a clear head even in difficult situations, while others lose their balance more quickly? In addition to personal experiences and psychological strategies, everyday habits may also play a role. A study by Binghamton University shows links between diet, exercise, sleep, and the ability to cope with stress. Chronobiology […]
If you want to sleep better, you don’t necessarily have to exercise longer or more intensely. How regularly you incorporate exercise into your daily routine could also be a key factor. A study by the University of Texas at Austin suggests that people who exercise on more days spend more time in restorative sleep phases. […]
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