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From sleep trackers to smart alarm clocks designed to work in harmony with your body’s circadian rhythm, these gadgets are worth checking out if you have trouble sleeping.

When it comes to sleep, a lot of us could do better. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that roughly one in three U.S. adults don’t get the recommended minimum of seven hours of sleep per night.

But can technology solve the problem?

“I think sleep tech is fine, but I ...

Valerian root is an herbal remedy that has been used for centuries to promote sleep and help relieve anxiety. Its documented use stretches back to ancient Greece, and many different cultures have adopted it over time.

In the modern United States, valerian is available in many different formulations, and some of them are marketed specifically as sleep aids. But the regulatory framework for herbal supplements is extremely lax, and few if any specific products have undergone scientific studies to show their ...

Yes, I literally taped my mouth shut before bed.

I know what you’re thinking: Here we go again, another useless health scam. While mouth taping (taping your mouth shut while you sleep) might seem like your typical weird wellness trend, it’s actually grounded in serious science. And the good news is, for us mouth breathers, the solution to a better night’s sleep (and a myriad of health benefits!) may be as simple and cost effective as a roll of surgical tape ...

If you’re easily disturbed by a noisy partner, a restless pet, or outside sounds, adding more noise to drown out what’s bothering you might be the answer.

The market is saturated with products to help you sleep better, including sound machines. But do they actually improve your slumber?

Yes, More Noise Can Actually Help You Hear Less and Sleep Better

Masking noise is perhaps the most common reason people turn to sound machines, particularly if they’re dealing with loud pets, partners, or background ...