Scientists aren't sure what causes nighttime leg cramps, but it's probably related to muscle fatigue and nerve damage. Stretching and massage can help.
Sources: Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic
Whether you or your partner are the noisy one, there are interventions you can try to prevent snoring. If you're the snorer, start by avoiding sleeping on your back.
Source: Harvard Medical School
About 7 million Americans have acid reflux disease. Medication and sleeping elevated on your left side can help.
Sources: Cleveland Clinic, Healthline
Scientists call not waking up at the same time "social jet lag." Try setting your alarm for the same time seven days a week.
Source: Chronobiology International
It can be tough to banish phones before bedtime, but you should. Their blue light really can wreck havoc on your REM cycle.
Sleeping on your stomach is probably not the best position if you have back pain, though a pillow under your legs can help. If you sleep on your side, try a pillow between your legs to relieve discomfort.
Source: Mayo Clinic
Strategically placing pillows is a good way to relieve all sorts of pain. If you wake up with a sore shoulder, try hugging your pillow when you’re going to sleep.
Sources: Mayo Clinic, Hennepin County Medical Center
