The SLEEP CONSULTANT BLOG
Leg Cramps at Night: Why They Happen, What Actually Helps, and What Doesn’t
Leg cramps at night are sudden, painful tightenings of the calf or foot muscles that wake you from sleep, and the cause is often unknown.
Body Temperature During Sleep: Ideal Ranges and Fixes
The average overnight decline in core body temperature is only about 0.3°C, according to a human study of temperature decline and sleep timing. That modest
Trazodone for Sleep: Popular, but What Does the Evidence Show?
Trazodone is an antidepressant that doctors often prescribe off-label for sleep. It ranks among the most prescribed treatments for chronic insomnia, yet the evidence behind
2 Standard Shams: Size, Style, and Fit
2 standard shams are a matched pair of decorative covers, each about 20 by 26 inches (51 by 66 cm) for a standard pillow, and
Chamomile Tea for Sleep: Does It Work, Who Should Skip It, and How to Try It
Chamomile tea for sleep may help you feel calmer and sleep a little better, but the evidence is modest and mixed. A 2019 meta-analysis of
What Is Rebound Insomnia? Causes, Timeline and Fixes
Rebound insomnia is a temporary worsening of sleep, worse than before treatment, after reducing or stopping a sleep medication; symptoms commonly last about 1–3 days.