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A new study shows that overnight fasting may help improve heart health for people who are obese or overweight at risk for cardiometabolic conditions.

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Adolescents are chronically sleep deprived on school days, which negatively impacts their well-being and ability to learn. A new study conducted by the University of Zurich and the University Children ...

What is a sleep study? A sleep study, also known as a polysomnogram, is a diagnostic test that monitors various body functions while a person is asleep. It is most commonly used to diagnose sleep ...

A new study of 339 runners examined whether sleep quality predicts injuries. The results shed new light on the debate.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that impacts millions of families around the world. But ...

Starting school later helps teenagers get more sleep, improves well-being, and supports stronger academic performance.

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