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While You Were Not Sleeping Issue 98 | April 13, 2025 Insomnia Is Exhausting (& Complicated!) For millions of people, bedtime is the most stressful part of the day! When deep restful sleep eludes you, it can feel like everything you do doesn't work. You change your routine, your bedding, your diet, and still find yourself wide awake at 2 a.m. What many don't realize is that insomnia comes in many different forms. It's often connected to other sleep disorders, like sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, or circadian rhythm disruptions. If you want to understand your sleep troubles, this guide will explain the best treatment options for insomnia, what might be causing them, and how to finally get the rest you need. Explore Treatments for Insomnia Sleep Quiz What percentage of adults experience chronic insomnia?   A. 10% B. 20% C. 30% D. 40%   Scroll to the bottom for the answer! Is It More Than Insomnia? This Easy Test Can Help If you're struggling with more than just insomnia, like loud snoring, waking up gasping for air, or feeling drained even after a full night's rest, there could be an underlying sleep disorder at play. The best way to know for sure? A sleep study. The catch? A full lab-based sleep study can cost over $3,000. That's why we love the Sleep Doctor At-Home Sleep Study. It collects accurate, clinical-quality sleep data—all from the comfort of your own bed. It can help identify whether sleep apnea or other factors are interfering with deep, restorative sleep. Right now, it's just $189 (regularly $349). Take the At-Home Sleep Study Quick Sleep Tips 🍒 Drink Tart Cherry Juice in the Evening. It's naturally rich in melatonin and shown to improve sleep duration and quality! → [See Melatonin-Boosting Foods] 🌬️ Keep Your Bedroom Cool (65–68°F). A lower core body temperature helps trigger deeper, more restful sleep. → [Learn the Ideal Sleep Temperature] ☕ Cut Off Caffeine 6+ Hours Before Bed! Even late afternoon coffee can disrupt your sleep cycle. → [Learn About Caffeine and Sleep Timing] 🧘‍♀️ Try Progressive Muscle Relaxation. Systematically tensing and releasing muscles calms the body and reduces anxiety. → [Follow a Guided Relaxation Exercise] Are Your Work Habits Ruining Your Sleep? A new 10-year study led by researchers at the University of South Florida found something eye-opening. People with sedentary jobs were 37% more likely to develop insomnia-like symptoms. Workers with nontraditional hours had a 66% higher risk of needing "catch-up sleep." The takeaway? How and when you work plays a major role in your sleep health, and some of those routines may be working against you! Read the Study on Work & Sleep Health Quiz Answer The correct answer is A. 10%-15% of adults deal with chronic insomnia. And for many, it's linked to deeper sleep disorders, making treatment (and testing) even more important!

What's Trending in Sleep Right Now? The Best Mattresses of 2025: We tested, we snoozed. We debated. These are the ones that made the cut! Can Pink Noise Help You Sleep? You've heard of white noise, but pink noise might be even better for deep, uninterrupted rest. Here's how they differ. What Are Grounding Sheets, and Do They Work? They're trending, but do they actually improve sleep? We looked into the science (and tried them ourselves). How Smell Affects Your Sleep: Lavender isn't the only scent that can impact your sleep cycle. Discover the surprising role smell plays in your rest. .

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