Proper Perspectives
Evidence-backed perspectives on the science of sleep to help you live well day in and day out.
What is chronic insomnia, who is at the highest risk, how it's diagnosed, what the treatment options are, and more.
Sep. 06, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi & Michael T. Smith, PhD, CBSM, DBSM
Stats on sleep hygiene, sleep aids, the health implications of insufficient and poor quality sleep, factors that impact sleep, and more.
May. 23, 2022
By Kamiu Lee, Alice D. Hirschel & Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Interested in tracking your sleep but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered with a full run-down of the five most popular sleep tracking devices, many of which double as fitness trackers/activity trackers.
Apr. 26, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi & Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Sleeping dogs with sleeping humans: yes or no? These are the benefits and trade-offs to be aware of.
Apr. 19, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi & Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Despite the consensus that exercise = good sleep, there are still lingering questions around what time of day is best to exercise. Here's what the science says.
Mar. 01, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi & Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
The science behind how low iron levels affect sleep and overall wellness—and how supplementation can help.
Feb. 15, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi & Adam Perlman, MD, MPH
Yes, our genes can influence our sleep problems. But that doesn’t mean we’re powerless or predestined for poor sleep.
Jan. 18, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi, Lauren Hoogs, NBC-HWC & Kelly O'Brien, NBC-HWC
When should my last meal be? Do I need to stop eating earlier if I have a big meal for dinner? We're answering it all.
Jan. 04, 2022
By Jacqueline Parisi & Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Optimize your sleep—and overall health and well-being—with better quality, healthy sleep.
Dec. 28, 2021
By Jacqueline Parisi & Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Label approval is not required to import or distribute a dietary supplement. And while the FDA still keeps a close eye on them, the responsibility is on the consumer to choose wisely.
Dec. 23, 2021
By Jacqueline Parisi & Alice D. Hirschel
Normal sleep cycles, oxygen levels, sleeping heart rate, amount of deep sleep, amount of REM sleep, amount of light sleep, total amount of sleep, and more.
Dec. 21, 2021
By Jacqueline Parisi, Kelly O'Brien, NBC-HWC & Lauren Hoogs, NBC-HWC
Frequently asked questions around dreaming, including when it happens, why it happens, and how it impacts sleep quality.
Nov. 02, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Is six hours enough sleep? What constitutes “sleep deprivation”? Will napping impact my sleep schedule? We’re answering it all.
Sep. 28, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
New research on the importance of sleep quality, amount of sleep, + effects of jet lag on elite athletes.
Jul. 20, 2021
By Adam Perlman, MD, MPH
We sat down PHD Weight Loss founder, Ashley Lucas, and her husband, Doug, to better understand the impact of sleep, exercise, + nutrition on weight.
Jun. 22, 2021
By Jacqueline Parisi, Ashley Lucas, PhD, RD & Doug Lucas, DO
Discover how poor sleep affects productivity, patience, focus, decision making, creativity, + memory.
Jun. 08, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
The science behind how sleep affects health for men, from athletic performance to testosterone levels, erectile dysfunction to sleep apnea.
Jun. 01, 2021
By Adam Perlman, MD, MPH
Understand the potential causes of fatigue and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, which are signs that it’s time to consult a sleep specialist.
Apr. 27, 2021
By Michael T. Smith, PhD, CBSM, DBSM
With something as complex as sleep, there’s rarely a singular solution. But these common reasons are a start.
Apr. 13, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM & Jacqueline Parisi
Discover how the consolidation, recall, + reactivation of memories is affected by sleep—plus how it impacts future Alzheimer's risk.
Mar. 30, 2021
By Adam Perlman, MD, MPH
New research on the psychological impact of COVID on sleep quality, plus the role of sleep in memory consolidation + dementia risk.
Mar. 11, 2021
By Jacqueline Parisi & Adam Perlman, MD, MPH
What happens in each, why they’re important, and factors that influence them.
Mar. 09, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Hear her thoughts on the state of the sleep industry, the biggest sleep myths she encounters, + where she hopes sleep wellness will be in the next 5-10 years.
Mar. 04, 2021
By Jacqueline Parisi
The science-backed specifics of how your body's internal clock works + why regulating it is important for your long-term sleep health.
Feb. 25, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
The science behind why menopause is so impactful on sleep—and what you can do about it.
Feb. 23, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM
Discover how exactly stress impacts sleep quality, in addition to tips, strategies, + solutions to help you manage it.
Feb. 16, 2021
By Allison Siebern, PhD, CBSM