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When people look to get better sleep at night, sometimes the answer is as close as the kitchen. By incorporating different foods in our diet, we can increase the chance for a better night’s rest. The food we eat, especially in the evenings, can significantly impact the way we sleep at night. For example, a 2016 study found that “men who consume diets high in fat are more likely to feel sleepy during the day, to report sleep problems at night, and are also more likely to suffer from sleep apnea.” Here are three ways you can sleep better naturally...

Sleep is an essential companion in our lives. As essential as this companion is, so many of us struggle desperately to make friends with this ever so basic human need. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, “sleep deprivation is commonplace in modern society, but its far-reaching effects on cognitive performance are only beginning to be understood from a scientific perspective.” Whether it’s a busy schedule, or tossing and turning that keeps us up at night, lack of sleep has a real effect on our day-to-day lives. Before turning to a doctor for a prescription sleep aid, consider using...

For those of us who detest dressing up to lie down to sleep, there’s good news! It turns out that there are some great benefits to sleeping naked.

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, and many of you might be racking your brains, trying to figure out just what to give that special someone in your life. According to stvalentinesday.org, Valentine's Day and Mother's Day are the biggest holidays for gifting flowers. However, flowers quickly wilt and chocolates are (usually) quickly eaten. What if you want this gift to be something unique, useful, or memorable for this special day? It is good to start with one of your loved one's passions, or hobbies, or better yet, indulge them with something extraordinary. We're here to help! Here are SleepSwag's top...

Power napping - it’s an art form. To boost your energy, increase your productivity and stay sharp for the rest of the day, take an afternoon nap. That’s the advice from more and more studies (including one from Harvard Medical School) that reveal the health benefits of the proverbial power nap. Of course, if you’re a nine-to-fiver or more, finding the time for that nap can prove elusive. Once you’ve experienced the power nap feeling and benefits for yourself, you’ll find the time. Then the only question remaining is where to take your nap. If you suspect that your boss...