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We've asked our in-house experts for some whys and hows of better sleep. And some of the more weird and wonderful suggestions may surprise you!

The public is missing out on one night’s worth of sleep each week, according to the Royal Society for Public Health.

We all have trouble sleeping occasionally – perhaps as a result of stress, something traumatic happening in our lives or as a side effect of another health condition or medication. Whether it’s temporary or something you’ve been living with for a while, it’s important to identify what might be causing your sleep disturbance so that you can take steps to help alleviate it. People are all different so a ‘one size fits all’ solution isn’t helpful. Our experts have contributed to this hub so that you can find what works for you.

Dr Mark Winwood, Clinical Lead for Mental Health Services at AXA Health

Our top articles on sleep

Mental health

MythBusters: Insomnia myths

Does insomnia mean you cant fall asleep? Can counting sheep help? With so much differing information, our Feelgood Health Mythbusters sorts faction from fiction.

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Sleep

Tips to help fight fatigue and boost your energy

Fatigue can be caused by many factors and these often work in combination. AXA Health Physiologist Jermaine Izukanne looks at the symptoms and causes of fatigue and how we can help banish long-term tiredness for good.

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Sleep

ASMR - Autonomous sensory meridian response

In conjunction with YouTuber WhispersRed, AXA Health has the pleasure of sharing this one of kind audioscape.

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Resilience

Cutting out caffeine

Find out the positive benefits of skipping your afternoon cuppa or coffee and cutting down on your caffeine with AXA Health.

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Mental health

Sleep Apnoea: Understanding the Condition and Exploring Treatment Options

We delve into the details of sleep apnoea, its types, symptoms, causes, and most importantly, treatment options.

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Mental health

11 common sleep myths debunked

We unpick the truth behind some common beliefs about sleep, to help you find what works for you.

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Sleep

Sleep tips for all ages

AXA Health Junior Physiologist, Lauren Davenport, explains how our sleep requirements change over time, and how lifestyle changes can help improve your sleep at all ages.

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Sleep

Health benefits of sleep

If we want to stay well, we need to recognise the importance of sleep as a key component of a healthy lifestyle, in the same way we might our diet, fitness and our mental wellbeing. AXA Health senior physiologist, Lauren Davenport explains why...

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Mental health

Ten top tips for a better night’s sleep

We're taking a look at the 10 top tips for a better night’s sleep - from ideal temperature to what foods to avoid.

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Sleep

Can our diet affect how well we sleep?

We take a look at the relationship between our diet and how well we sleep and suggest which foods may help or hinder a good night’s rest.

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