For 30 years, we’ve translated sleep science and insights into steps people can take to be their Best Slept Self®.
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Your appetite and metabolism are an important part of your circadian rhythm—your body’s natural sleep-wake cycle. In fact, your body’s food clock and sleep clock are closely linked and your meals and mealtimes can have a big impact on your overall sleep.
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NSF will be at SLEEP 2026. SLEEP brings together the world’s leading experts in sleep medicine and research. NSF will give 5 poster presentations on topics including healthy sleep behaviors, drowsy driving, sleep routines, and political violence’s effect on sleep. Stay tuned!
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Getting enough sleep is essential to being your Best Slept Self®. Every person is different when it comes to the exact amount of sleep that’s optimal for them, but most people fall within a range, depending on their age. How much sleep do you need?
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If you work night or extended shifts, your body’s natural sleep and wake rhythms and work schedule aren’t aligned. This can make getting an adequate amount of quality sleep difficult.
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When we don’t get enough of the quality sleep we need for our bodies to function at its best, it can affect our mental health.
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The SleepTech® Network supports our promise to the public to help anyone and everyone be their Best Slept Self®. Learn more and join today: thensf.org/sleeptech-network…
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Learn more about how to be a Best Slept® Family.
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Find out how exercise can help kickstart your Best Slept Self®!
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Springtime is time for renewal. As temperatures rise, your bedroom might need a little refresh. A spring makeover can blossom into the perfect sleep environment. Ready to give your space a seasonal reset?
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Healthy sleep is linked to improved emotional functioning in teens, which can help manage anxiety, depression, and reported stress among those who get sufficient sleep.
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For example, NSF’s 2024 Sleep in America® Poll found that teens who get the recommended 8-10 hours of sleep each night have lower levels of depressive symptoms.
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Learn more about the critical connection between teens’ sleep and mental health: thensf.org/the-critical-conn… #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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Talk to a provider if you’re regularly experiencing symptoms like loud snoring, gasping during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, difficulty falling or staying asleep, or an overwhelming urge to move your legs at night. Learn more:
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Learn about the signs and symptoms you may experience if you’re sleeping less than what your body needs.
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Need a last minute Mother’s Day gift? Try a great night’s sleep! Any day is a good day to get up early with the kids so mom doesn't have to.
#HappyMothersDay from NSF! 🥰
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At the National Sleep Foundation, we believe sleep isn’t a luxury. As the leading authority in sleep health our promise to the public is to help anyone and everyone be their Best Slept Self®.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For years, NSF has studied the relationship between sleep and mental health in adults and teens.
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The data confirms that sleep plays a critical role in mental health. Getting enough quality sleep helps regulate mood, reduce stress and anxiety, maintain cognitive function, enhance overall well-being, and support optimal performance. Learn more: thensf.org/how-is-your-sleep…
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During sleep our brains are busy! They consolidate memories, process information, and clear out toxins. This process improves clarity, decision-making, and problem-solving skills—all of which are important for achieving goals. Read more:
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Focusing on healthy sleep for kids sounds like a no brainer, right? But NSF’s 2026 Sleep in America® Poll showed 44% of children don’t consistently get the recommended amount of sleep for their age. Read more to learn about what’s driving that problem.
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