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Tossing and turning? Unlock the secrets to better sleep with tips and tricks from the experts.

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How sleep affects your brain health

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager talk to experts David Eagleman, neuroscience professor at Stanford University and CEO and co-founder of Neosensory; Rebecca Robbins, sleep researcher and co-author of “Sleep for Success!”; and Matthew Walker, professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, about the impact of sleep on your brain health.
How sleep affects your brain health
How sleep affects your brain health

Swimmer Thomas Ceccon seen sleeping outside after remarks about Olympic Village’s lack of AC

Ceccon spoke about the lack of air conditioning and poor food quality in an interview with Italian broadcaster Rai after failing to qualify for the 200-meter backstroke final.
Thomas Ceccon.
Thomas Ceccon.

Simone Biles reacts to Olympics cardboard beds that many have complained about: They 'suck'

Multiple Olympians have posted on TikTok sharing that their beds are "rock solid," which could affect their ability to perform their best, experts say.

Is a sleep divorce the secret to a happy marriage? Couples, experts weigh in

When snoring and other issues keep one partner awake, sleeping in separate beds or bedrooms can make all the difference.
Young couple smiling at each other in two single beds.
Young couple smiling at each other in two single beds.

Can the ‘sleepy girl mocktail’ really help you fall asleep faster?

TikTok users claim the mix of tart cherry juice, magnesium powder and prebiotic soda is giving them the best sleep of their lives.

What does it mean if you cheat on your partner in your dreams?

Nightmares and erotic dreams are a near-universal human experience, Dr. Rahul Jandial writes in his new book, "This Is Why You Dream."

How to create a bedtime routine to help you fall asleep easier

If you have a hard time falling asleep at night, creating a nighttime routine to wind down before bed can make a huge difference.
Young woman practicing breathing exercise in bedroom at home
Young woman practicing breathing exercise in bedroom at home

Train yourself to fall asleep in 2 minutes with this viral sleep hack

A sleep specialist explains how to train yourself to fall asleep fast.
Smiling woman with closed eyes lying on bed
Smiling woman with closed eyes lying on bed

How the brain chooses which memories are important enough to save and which to let fade away

New research reveals why certain events remain clear in our minds and suggests ways to improve the likelihood of lasting memories.
Woman laying on bed with eyes closed in dark room under a sky light.
Woman laying on bed with eyes closed in dark room under a sky light.

Study finds lack of sleep linked to high blood pressure. How much sleep is enough?

Experts discuss how much sleep you need and the health effects of not getting enough.
Young woman sleeping in bed
Young woman sleeping in bed

This trick to sleep faster and longer is going viral. Does it work?

TODAY.com spoke with experts to learn the sweet and the sour of this viral TikTok sensation.
Cherry juice
Cherry juice