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There’s a lot more people talking about the science of sleep lately. One of the key buzzwords floating around is something called REM sleep. But what is it, and why is it important? Believe it or not, REM sleep is one of the most important things for a healthy adult brain – and it’s also

It seems like everyone is talking about age-related brain diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s these days. Are these diseases really more prevalent than ever before? Is everyone over a certain age at a greater risk? We have the 411 on what is causing the spike in these diseases – as well as some helpful info

Everybody knows that memory problems, trouble getting around, and fatigue are natural part of getting older. But do they have to be? Today we’re going to go over the basics of what is and is not normal for the aging brain. Knowing this information can help you make smart diet and lifestyle choices so you

Why do we sleep? It’s a question which has been plaguing scientists for hundreds (if not thousands) of years. But it turns out that there’s a pretty simple answer to that question: for our brain health. There are a lot of very smart researchers who have been looking into the subject within the last decade

It may not sound like that makes any sense, but the quantity and quality of your sleep has a huge impact on your waistline. Getting insufficient sleep may actually be the main reason you’re struggling to lose weight. This is especially true if you aren’t getting the right type of sleep. But don’t worry; after

Everyone loves to say “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” to make themselves feel better about a poor night’s rest. But the truth is that the more sleep you lose, the sooner that’ll happen. There are many ways that good sleep – or lack thereof – can have a serious impact on your health. You may

If you’re reading this right now, you’ve either taken a prescription sleep aid before, or you’re thinking about trying one for the first time. Most people aren’t aware of how dangerous and unhealthy prescription sleeping pills can be – and this is especially true for the brain. But regardless of your age, taking prescription sleeping

Melatonin is a great way to naturally and safely ameliorate your sleep problems (as we have discussed before). But did you know that you can make your melatonin more effective by taking certain natural sleep aids right along with it? We want to share with you the secrets to make melatonin more potent and effective

As you age, your ability to get high-quality, restorative rest starts to decline. Sleep experts are starting to discover a strong link between poor sleep and age-related brain diseases like Alzheimer’s. That’s why it’s more important than ever to get the best sleep you can in the healthiest possible way. Many people choose to supplement