THE SLEEP JOURNAL

May 19, 20255 min read

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Why Am I Always Tired No Matter How Much I Sleep? (UK Guide)

Always tired no matter how much sleep you get? Discover the real causes of persistent fatigue and how to fix them. From sleep disorders to hidden nutrient deficiencies, this UK guide explains it all.

May 16, 20257 min read

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Sleepmaxxing: How to Maximise Your Sleep for Health, Fitness, and Peak Performance

What sleepmaxxing entails, how to implement its principles into your routine, and the myriad benefits you'll reap.

Phoebe Walsh

May 15, 20255 min read

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How Light Exposure Impacts Sleep: Morning, Evening and Everything In Between

Does light affect your sleep more than you realise? Discover how morning sunlight, evening screen time, and artificial light exposure shape the quality and timing of your sleep, and how to reset your rhythm naturally.

May 15, 20256 min read

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Can Sleeping With Socks On Help You Fall Asleep Faster?

Can sleeping with socks help you fall asleep faster? Discover the science behind warm feet, body temperature, and sleep onset in this UK-based guide.

May 13, 20255 min read

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Weighted Blanket vs Sleep Spray: What Helps You Relax Faster?

Weighted blanket vs sleep spray: which one actually helps you relax faster? Explore the science, pros and cons, and UK buying advice in this in-depth guide.

May 11, 20255 min read

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Sleep Restriction Therapy: The Counterintuitive Cure for Insomnia

Struggling with insomnia? Discover how sleep restriction therapy works, why it's recommended by the NHS, and how to try it safely at home to improve sleep efficiency.

May 11, 20253 min read

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Restless Sleep Explained: Causes, Symptoms & How to Finally Get a Peaceful Night

Wondering what causes restless sleep? Explore the key physical, psychological, and environmental trigger, and learn how to sleep soundly again.

May 7, 20255 min read

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Sleep Tight Meaning: Where the Phrase Comes From & Why We Still Use It Today

Discover the true meaning and origin of "sleep tight", debunk the rope-bed myth, and explore why this bedtime phrase still endures today.

May 6, 20255 min read

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Waking Up at 3AM: Causes, Solutions, and Myths

Discover why you keep waking up at 3am and how to stop.

May 6, 20254 min read

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Why You Should Wear an Eye Mask to Sleep

We break down why wearing an eye mask to sleep is worth considering, how it works, who benefits most, and what to look for when choosing one

May 4, 20256 min read

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Is 5 Hours of Sleep Enough? The Truth According to Science

Is 5 hours of sleep enough? Explore what science says about short sleep, its impact on health and performance, and when it might be acceptable (if ever).

Sleep Schedule

Apr 30, 20254 min read

How Much Sleep Do I Need?

We dive into the science of sleep – what happens during sleep and how our bodies regulate it.

Apr 30, 202520 min read

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How to Beat Pregnancy Insomnia: Sleep Tips for Every Trimester

Struggling with insomnia during pregnancy? Discover causes, safe solutions, and expert advice to improve sleep and support a healthy pregnancy.

Apr 29, 20256 min read

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How to Increase REM Sleep: A Complete Guide

Science-backed tips to increase REM sleep. Learn natural, effective strategies to boost REM cycles for better memory, mood, and mental performance.

Sleep Stages

Apr 27, 20255 min read

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Sleep Sprays: Do They Really Work? A UK Guide to Ingredients, Benefits, and Top Products

Discover how sleep sprays work, the science behind ingredients like lavender and magnesium, and which UK sleep sprays are worth trying. A 2025 guide to better rest.

Sleep supplements

Apr 17, 20254 min read

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5 Proven Ways to Fall Asleep Fast (Backed by Science and Sleep Experts)

Struggling to fall asleep fast? These 5 science-backed methods help UK adults fall asleep quicker — without pills, gimmicks, or frustration.

Phoebe Walsh

Apr 13, 20255 min read

Why Can’t I Stay Asleep? Causes of Middle-of-the-Night Wakeups

Struggling with 3am wakeups or broken sleep? Discover the medical, hormonal, and lifestyle causes of waking up in the night, and learn how t

Apr 8, 20256 min read

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How to Fall Asleep in the Summer Heat (UK Heatwave Guide)

Struggling to sleep in the UK heat? Discover science-backed tips to stay cool and fall asleep faster during a summer heatwave—no AC needed.

Apr 6, 20255 min read

Sleeping Heart Rate: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and How to Improve It

What is a normal sleeping heart rate - and what are the warning signs you need to look out for? We answer your questions with science.

Sleep tracking