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A cure for snoring

A cure for snoring

It looks like snorers and, more importantly, their over-tired loved ones could finally get a good night's sleep — and it's as simple as popping a pill.
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Sleep problems an Alzheimer's 'warning'

Sleep problems an Alzheimer's 'warning'

Breathing difficulties during sleep may be an early warning sign of future Alzheimer's disease, researchers believe.
Top tips to beat fatigue

Top tips to beat fatigue

So, how can you beat fatigue, regain your verve and put the spring back in your step?
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Forty percent of snoring patients are women

Forty percent of snoring patients are women

We can't point our finger at old, obese men as the only snoring culprits —these days up to 40 percent of patients being treated for snoring are women
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Less sleep - more eating, weight gain

Less sleep - more eating, weight gain

Sleeping a mere five hours a night during a work week with unlimited access to snacks isn't good for your waistline.
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Sleep disorders take relationship toll

Sleep disorders take relationship toll

Sleep disorders can take a toll on both sufferers and their partners, but doctors say help is at hand.
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Lose belly fat to improve sleep

Lose belly fat to improve sleep

Losing fat around your waist could give you a better night's sleep, according to US research.
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What your sleep position says about you

What your sleep position says about you

A UK study found that your favoured sleep position also says a lot about your personality.
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Five foods to help you sleep

Five foods to help you sleep

If you are having trouble sleeping, dietician Christine Rocha suggests adding these foods to your diet to increase your chances of a good night's rest.
Shift workers at higher risk of car crash

Shift workers at higher risk of car crash

An Australian study has found workers driving home after a night shift could be putting themselves and others at risk.
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How to get your child to sleep

How to get your child to sleep

When your child wakes up fresh after a good night’s sleep, everyone has a good day. Angela Donaldson finds out how to make that happen.
A good night's sleep helps weight loss

A good night's sleep helps weight loss

If you're struggling to lose weight, scientists say you might want to assess your sleeping habits.
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Early risers more likely to be slim

Early risers more likely to be slim

Looking to shed a few extra kilos? You may want to change your morning routine. The University of Roehampton in London conducted a survey of more than 1000 men...
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Healthy sleep habits

Healthy sleep habits

Developing a bedtime routine, turning your bedroom into a comfortable sleep retreat and paying close attention to what you eat and drink are some of the things...
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TV and video games before bed impact kids' sleep

TV and video games before bed impact kids' sleep

Children who watch television or play video games before going to bed are more likely to have trouble falling asleep, suffer from nightmares and be tired...
Friday's best, Sunday's worst for sleep

Friday's best, Sunday's worst for sleep

Fridays provide the best night’s sleep of the week, a survey of Kiwis and Aussies has found.
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Which Kiwis are getting the most shut-eye?

Which Kiwis are getting the most shut-eye?

Wellingtonians get the most shut-eye out of all Kiwis, a survey has found

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Rocky relationship could affect your baby's sleep

Rocky relationship could affect your baby's sleep

A bad relationship with your partner could do more than just make the two of you cranky and miserable, it can also mean sleep problems for your baby, a new US...
Tired teens could be damaging brain and health

Tired teens could be damaging brain and health

Not getting enough sleep at night could have worse side effects for teenagers than having puffy eyes and a bad attitude in the morning.
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Body business: what happens when I...

Body business: what happens when I...

If you get to bed for at least three to four hours you're not going to do major biological harm.

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