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Feeling tired and in need of a good night's sleep? Learn how much sleep you need, get 'good' sleep hygiene tips and discover why we snore (and how to make it stop!).

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Can your diet affect your sleep?
Simone Austin
Simone Austin

Can your diet affect your sleep?

Whilst we may not think about diet and sleep being connected, what we eat can influence our sleep. Find out how.

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Fever Dreams: What are they and why do they happen?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Fever Dreams: What are they and why do they happen?

Ever wondered why your dreams may be more vivid or unpleasant when you have a fever?

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Mouth taping for sleep: Are there benefits?

Mouth taping for sleep: Are there benefits?

One simple and non-invasive trend currently sweeping social media that’s proposed to promote good sleep is mouth taping. But is it actually beneficial and is it safe?

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How to sleep with a blocked nose

How to sleep with a blocked nose

Looking for some tips on how to sleep with a blocked nose? You’re not alone.

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Is catching up on sleep possible?

Is catching up on sleep possible?

Did you know 40% of Australians aren’t getting enough sleep? Let’s look at what that could mean for their health.

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How much REM sleep do you need?

How much REM sleep do you need?

Wondering how much REM sleep you need to function at your best? Our sleep expert shares everything you need to know about REM sleep.

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How much deep sleep should you get a night?

How much deep sleep should you get a night?

We all need deep sleep, but it’s just one part of the sleep-quality picture. Don’t sleep on it – find out why.

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How to Get More REM Sleep

How to Get More REM Sleep

Discover how to get more REM sleep with this handy guide. With help from our sleep expert, we give you the latest advice.

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How to get more deep sleep
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

How to get more deep sleep

Wondering how to get more deep sleep? Enhance your sleep quality and discover how to wake up feeling rejuvenated and energised with help from our expert.

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REM Sleep Vs. Deep Sleep

REM Sleep Vs. Deep Sleep

Discover the science behind REM vs deep sleep. With help from our sleep specialist, learn how much you should get each night and how you can improve your sleep.

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What is the healthiest sleeping position?

What is the healthiest sleeping position?

Our expert shares the healthiest sleeping positions. Here are the pros and cons of sleeping on your back, stomach and side.

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Does magnesium help you sleep

Does magnesium help you sleep

Does magnesium help you sleep? Discover the potential benefits of this essential mineral and how it can help you on your way to better-quality slumber.

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What is sleep & why do we need it?

What is sleep & why do we need it?

Sleep is vital to your health and wellbeing, but do you know exactly why? Explore the science of sleep and learn how to catch more ZZZs to help you thrive each day.

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How to get better sleep: 10 tips to a good night's rest
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

How to get better sleep: 10 tips to a good night's rest

Want to know how to sleep better? You’re not alone – we’re all a bit sleep-deprived. A sleep expert shares 5 top tips for a great night's sleep.

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Is poor sleep hygiene affecting your sleep?

Is poor sleep hygiene affecting your sleep?

Here’s some expert advice from sleep specialist Dr David Cunnington about the difference between poor sleep hygiene and good sleep hygiene.

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Can’t sleep? Try these 3 sleep hacks

Can’t sleep? Try these 3 sleep hacks

Nothing is more frustrating than lying in bed, wide awake, trying to fall asleep. Try these sleep hacks instead.

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Need a power nap? Here's how they may help – but not for everyone

Need a power nap? Here's how they may help – but not for everyone

Power naps have been found to offer benefits for some, but a recent study suggests that power naps may not be so powerful after all. Here’s why...

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What does revenge sleep procrastination mean?

What does revenge sleep procrastination mean?

Is that extra hour of scrolling through your phone worth feeling tired? Find out what the cost could really be.

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Understanding your circadian rhythm

Understanding your circadian rhythm

What is my circadian rhythm? We’ve asked sleep specialist, Dr David Cunnington to weigh in on this burning question.

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What happens when you don’t sleep?

What happens when you don’t sleep?

What happens to your body and brain when you don’t sleep may surprise you. Sleep expert Dr Moira Junge explains.

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Do hormones affect my sleep?

Do hormones affect my sleep?

As our bodies age, and our hormones change, it affects a number of processes, including our sleep. We asked sleep specialist, Dr David Cunnington, to shed some light on the topic.

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How long before bed should you turn off your phone?

How long before bed should you turn off your phone?

Endlessly scrolling on your phone at night? You might be harming your sleep.

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7 sleep aids for a restful night's sleep

7 sleep aids for a restful night's sleep

Discover our pick of sleep aids to help support better sleep.

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Do you need to track your sleep?
Dr. Nikki Stamp
Dr. Nikki Stamp

Do you need to track your sleep?

With smart gadgets the norm these days you can track just about anything, including your sleep. But do you need to? And do sleep trackers actually work? Let's find out.

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Sleep for women: is 6 hours sleep enough

Sleep for women: is 6 hours sleep enough

If you’re juggling paid work, kids, a crazy household and changing hormones, are you getting enough sleep? If the question makes you laugh, read our tips for getting more rest.

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How to manage sleep when daylight savings changes
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

How to manage sleep when daylight savings changes

Many people are often seeking information about how to cope with daylight savings changes and often don’t know which way the clocks go at which time of year! This confusion is even more common because of social media, where we share platforms with people in the northern hemisphere, where DST is observed differently.

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How to wake yourself up: 10 tips to avoid that snooze button
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

How to wake yourself up: 10 tips to avoid that snooze button

Ever feel like you need a nap the second your alarm goes off? That grogginess—known as sleep inertia—can make mornings a real challenge, especially on busy work or school days.

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Mouth breathing explained: The symptoms and how to fix it
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Mouth breathing explained: The symptoms and how to fix it

Let’s break down what mouth breathing is, why it matters, when to seek professional help, and how to make changes if you need to.

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Night Sweats: Causes, Management, and When to Seek Help
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Night Sweats: Causes, Management, and When to Seek Help

Night sweats? From hormones to medical conditions, many factors can be to blame. Learn the common causes and when to seek medical advice.

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Should kids take melatonin?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Should kids take melatonin?

It’s a common question for many parents, but the answer isn’t a simple yes or no. For most kids with sleep problems, there’s usually a specific cause which should be identified and treated with behavioural strategies before melatonin is considered as an option.

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Should you consider sleep divorce?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Should you consider sleep divorce?

Is sleep divorce as negative as it sounds? The term “sleep divorce" isn’t something you’ll find in medical textbooks, but something you may have heard from social media.

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Sleep deprivation: How a good night's sleep can impact the brain
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Sleep deprivation: How a good night's sleep can impact the brain

Sleep isn’t a luxury—it's a cornerstone of health, alongside diet and exercise, yet it’s often sidelined in our fast-paced world. It is recommended that most adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep per 24 hours, yet a staggering 60% of Australians report not getting adequate sleep.

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Sleep trends: Do they really work?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Sleep trends: Do they really work?

There are tonnes of products out there claiming to be the magic solution to better sleep. A simple search for “How can I sleep better?” presents endless options promising a quick fix. But the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

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Struggling with sleep? 10 tips to fix your sleep schedule
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Struggling with sleep? 10 tips to fix your sleep schedule

Struggling to wake up feeling refreshed? You’re not alone. With the demands of daily life, it’s easy to sometimes overlook how much our sleep patterns impact our health, energy, and overall wellbeing.

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Waking up during the night? Here’s why and what to do
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Waking up during the night? Here’s why and what to do

If you find yourself struggling to stay asleep or dozing off only to wake up repeatedly, there may be more at play. Let’s break it down and explore what could be causing these disruptions, and how you can get back to sleeping soundly.

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Sleep Trackers: What are they and do they work?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

Sleep Trackers: What are they and do they work?

With the growing recognition of the importance of sleep for overall health, commercially available sleep trackers have grown in popularity.

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What is chrononutrition and what benefit is it to my health?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

What is chrononutrition and what benefit is it to my health?

Did you know, it isn’t just what we eat that matters, it is also the timing. Learn more about Chrononutrition and how it might benefit your health.

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What is Jet Lag and How to Manage it?
Dr. Moira Junge
Dr. Moira Junge

What is Jet Lag and How to Manage it?

Looking for some tips to beat Jet lag? Find out how to identify common symptoms and how to manage it.

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Why do we snore (and how can we stop)?

Why do we snore (and how can we stop)?

Why do we snore? And can we permanently stop? You might ponder these questions if you sleep next to a snorer (especially as you’re elbowing them in the ribs at 2am!) Find out why it happens and what to do about it.

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Why is sleep important and what are the benefits?

Why is sleep important and what are the benefits?

The birds do it. The bees do it. We all need to do it. But why DO we all need sleep?

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