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Tired all the time? These are the foods you should eliminate from your diet

Heavy meals, simple carbohydrates, saturated fats, sugary juices and excess caffeine are just some of the things that make us want to sleep

Liora Houbara | 11.23.25

Three paths to a good night’s sleep: how parents can help babies rest—and themselves too

From structured bedtime routines to intuitive, co-sleeping approaches, experts offer three distinct philosophies on baby sleep; whether through consistency, connection or calm, all agree on one thing: restful nights start with confident, relaxed parents

Adi Ofir | 11.09.25

Why we sleep: The science, habits and hidden dangers behind the hours we spend in bed

From how much we really need to what ruins it, from weight gain to ADHD misdiagnoses, experts reveal the secrets of sleep; inside: dream cycles, insomnia solutions, breathing disorders and the behavioral fixes proven to work

Prof. Yaron Dagan, Dr. Amit Green | 11.03.25

Having trouble falling asleep? Here are 8 simple tips to improve sleep quality

For many, falling asleep is no easy task, especially in these turbulent times; but there are practical ways to help your body drift off more easily and get real, quality sleep; here's what you should know

Dr. Yael Benvenisti | 09.04.25

Want better sleep? Try yoga

Meta-analysis of 30 trials with 2,500 participants across 12 countries finds yoga outperformed walking, strength training and even Tai Chi for easing sleep disturbances; researchers say short, vigorous sessions with conscious breathing work best

Ynet | 08.28.25

Oversleeping on weekends may backfire, experts warn

Sleeping in on weekends may feel restorative but experts warn it can disrupt the biological clock, cause irritability and harm health

Eitan Gefen | 08.17.25

The dinner that’s keeping you up: Six foods to avoid at night

Late-night meals can disrupt sleep more than you think; from fried foods to sugary snacks, here are six common foods that may trigger heartburn, snoring and insomnia —and what to eat instead

Dr. Yael Benvenisti ‏ | 07.25.25

Stroke risk: Sleep deprivation during wartime may harm brain

Neurologist explains chronic sleep loss during the Israel-Iran conflict raises stroke risk as prolonged stress and disrupted rest trigger dangerous physiological effects

Tzur Gueta | 06.25.25

Israelis face serious sleep crisis amid war, new study shows

As air raid sirens and war with Iran interrupt sleep across Israel, civilian sleep health plummets to crisis levels according to new study; science-backed strategies offer a lifeline amid the exhaustion

Eitan Gefen | 06.19.25

Israeli doctor: Rocket-induced sleep loss poses long-term health risks

Dr. Uri Alkan, head of the Sleep Surgery and Medicine Clinic at Beilinson Hospital, says the ongoing disruptions are not just tiring—they’re a threat to public health

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 06.18.25

Late-night meals aren't always bad — if you choose wisely

Choosing the right foods before bed can improve sleep quality, support weight management and break the cycle between poor sleep and obesity

Meital Levi | 04.27.25

When granny starts telling dirty jokes: These are the early signs of dementia

Although most people see memory loss as the earliest indication of cognitive decline, symptoms of dementia can appear years earlier and include behavioral changes, sleep disorders and loss of empathy; these are things to look out for

Dr. Oren Tene | 04.20.25

Implications to health as Israel to begin daylight saving time

Experts highlight the impact on sleep cycles, mood, and overall health; From disrupted biological clocks to fatigue and concentration challenges, discover strategies to adapt and make the most of longer daylight hours

Tzur Gueta | 03.25.25

How to improve sleep quality despite the drums of war

Sleep is essential for health, cognitive function, and well-being, but during periods of prolonged stress, such as war, many experience disturbances; Experts emphasize building healthy sleep habits, managing stress, and creating a calming environment for restful nights

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 01.04.25

Once and for all: Don't eat at night

Healthy eating habits are not just a matter of what and how much, but also when; A series of studies make it clear that eating at night harms us much more than we would like to believe

Prof. Julio Weinstein | 01.02.25