Updated September 16, 2025 at 5:00 AM EDT This story originally published on Jan. 9, 2024, and has been updated. Sleep has a huge impact on our health. It helps our brains function, protects against ...

How does your brain know when it's time to sleep? There are two main factors: Hours Awake. The longer you've been awake, the stronger your drive for sleep. Circadian Rhythm. Your body operates on a ...

(WXYZ) — Busy schedules can lead to less sleep, but a method called “sleep banking” might help you stay ahead of it. Sleep banking means “saving” or ...

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