Circadian rhythm: the complete guide to your body clock
Why you get sleepy when you do, what moves the clock earlier or later, and the handful of habits that are backed by solid human research.
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Morning light and sleep: what it does and how much you need
Getting outside early is one of the most repeated pieces of sleep advice. The core of it is well supported. Some of the specifics are not.
Caffeine and sleep: how late is too late?
The research gives a clearer answer than the usual 'no coffee after 2 pm' rule, and the real answer depends on how much you drink.
Bedroom temperature: what the research actually supports
You will often read that 18°C is the perfect bedroom temperature. The studies tell a more useful story: heat clearly hurts, warm feet help, and your bedding matters as much as the thermostat.
L-theanine for sleep: capsules or pouches?
The tea amino acid has better sleep evidence than most supplements. Whether you take it as a capsule or a pouch depends less on chemistry than on when you're taking it.