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Yoga, tai chi, walking and jogging best ways to tackle insomnia – study

These workouts are “well-suited” to be recommended to patients due to their low cost and minimal side-effects, researchers said

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Life Hack: Expert advice to get the best night's sleep possible

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Joanna Fortune: My teen goes to bed late and then spends half the day in bed

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Five reasons that reading is one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy

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Here are eight ultra-processed foods to cut from your shopping basket for good

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health and wellbeing

How — and why — to prioritise good sleep as we head into autumn

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Natural Health: It's been non-stop since the start of the school holidays — I'm tired when I wake up

Mineral-wise, magnesium is also a nerve supportive nutrient, and can also help with insomnia, muscle pain and cramping, anxiety, and restless legs. Magnesium is most effectively absorbed when applied topically as a spray, gel, or cream, but can also be taken internally as a capsule or powder

Sun, 04 Aug, 2024

Scents and sensibility — some facts about essential oils

Do essential oils work? Here’s what the science says...

Fri, 26 Jul, 2024

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5 houseplants to help with sleep

Not only do houseplants create a calming vibe and have a positive impact on our wellbeing, their healing properties help promote a better sleep pattern.

Tue, 11 Jun, 2024

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Regular exercise ‘significantly reduces insomnia risk’ — here's how to get into a fitness routine

People with consistent fitness regimes are 42% less likely to have difficulty falling asleep, research suggests. Here’s how to make a routine stick

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Exercising twice a week or more ‘significantly reduces risk of insomnia’

Exercising twice a week or more significantly cuts the risk of insomnia, according to a long-term study.

Wed, 27 Mar, 2024

Joanna Fortune: My 8-year-old is afraid of the dark, how can I reassure her?

Consider placing a small teddy on your tummy and onto hers and challenge each other to make the teddy rise up and down as slowly as possible using just your breath. This will help to make breath work more playful

Tue, 05 Mar, 2024

The Fabulous Pharmacist: Here’s how to fall asleep faster, and better

Our guest columnist Laura Dowling gets real about the art of sleep, the impact of a good night's shuteye on our overall health, and why naps are king

Sat, 17 Feb, 2024

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Energy drinks ‘linked to insomnia and poor sleep in young people’

Experts found that young people aged 18 to 35 who consumed the drinks every day slept around half an hour less than those drinking them occasionally or not at all

Mon, 22 Jan, 2024

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Talk to me: My mum is dependent on sleeping tablets — we have argued about the best thing to do now

Psychologist Caroline Martin is here to answer your questions on whatever issues you are dealing with in life, from work pressure and stress to loneliness and grief

Fri, 28 Jul, 2023

Is sleep a feminist issue?

Often carrying a heavier burden of responsibility, women are more likely than men to find it difficult to get a good night's sleep

Fri, 08 Apr, 2022

5 sleep symptoms to see your GP about immediately

Sleep is such a huge factor for our health. Here, GPs share the signs you should never ignore

Fri, 18 Mar, 2022

Children with insomnia symptoms likely to continue to suffer as adults – study

Children who have trouble sleeping are likely to develop insomnia as adults, a study suggests.

Sat, 19 Feb, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: The burden of burnout, and how to fight it

Plus a great adaptable beef stirfry recipe that's Derval's go-to for a quick meal

Mon, 23 Aug, 2021

Tuesday TV Tips: Crossing the border on a ferry — Four Seasons in One Day

— and gold medal winner Jonnie Peacock helps five young amputees discover their sporting potential

Tue, 10 Aug, 2021

Derval O'Rourke: Outdoor exercise and superfood salad

Exercising outdoors can feel less strenuous than doing the same workout indoors. This also helps you to do more, which is a plus!

Mon, 05 Apr, 2021

Power City trades strongly as Insomnia revenues hit by pandemic

Revenues at Power City topped €100m for the first time, as the appliance retailer benefitted from the stay-at-home buyers. New accounts show that pre-tax profits at Power City Ltd climbed 26% to €7.

Thu, 01 Apr, 2021

Insomnia introduce compostable coffee cups from today

Compostable cups are being introduced across the Insomnia network of coffee shops from today.

Mon, 18 Jun, 2018

Can't sleep, won't sleep: Overcoming insomnia

Why don’t we treat sleep as importantly as exercise and diet? Getting enough is essential, writes Áilín Quinlan

Fri, 25 May, 2018

Insomnia coffee business wakes up to €1.9m profit

Companies associated with the popular high-street coffee shop chain Insomnia — co-owned by entrepreneur and broadcaster Bobby Kerr — recorded combined profits of €1.93m last year.

Sat, 19 Nov, 2016

Businessman Bobby Kerr urges other to get checked after being diagnosed with cancer

Businessman and broadcaster Bobby Kerr has revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer.

Sat, 07 Nov, 2015

Technology contributing to sleep deprivation epidemic

Smartphones, computers, and tablets are contributing to an epidemic of sleep deprivation, research shows.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2014

Insomnia

Yoga, tai chi, walking and jogging best ways to tackle insomnia – study

Life Hack: Expert advice to get the best night's sleep possible

Joanna Fortune: My teen goes to bed late and then spends half the day in bed

Five reasons that reading is one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy

Here are eight ultra-processed foods to cut from your shopping basket for good

How — and why — to prioritise good sleep as we head into autumn

Natural Health: It's been non-stop since the start of the school holidays — I'm tired when I wake up

Scents and sensibility — some facts about essential oils

5 houseplants to help with sleep

Regular exercise ‘significantly reduces insomnia risk’ — here's how to get into a fitness routine

Exercising twice a week or more ‘significantly reduces risk of insomnia’

Joanna Fortune: My 8-year-old is afraid of the dark, how can I reassure her?

The Fabulous Pharmacist: Here’s how to fall asleep faster, and better

Energy drinks ‘linked to insomnia and poor sleep in young people’

Talk to me: My mum is dependent on sleeping tablets — we have argued about the best thing to do now

Is sleep a feminist issue?

5 sleep symptoms to see your GP about immediately

Children with insomnia symptoms likely to continue to suffer as adults – study

Derval O'Rourke: The burden of burnout, and how to fight it

Tuesday TV Tips: Crossing the border on a ferry — Four Seasons in One Day

Derval O'Rourke: Outdoor exercise and superfood salad

Power City trades strongly as Insomnia revenues hit by pandemic

Insomnia introduce compostable coffee cups from today

Can't sleep, won't sleep: Overcoming insomnia

Insomnia coffee business wakes up to €1.9m profit

Businessman Bobby Kerr urges other to get checked after being diagnosed with cancer

Technology contributing to sleep deprivation epidemic

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Mick Clifford

Insomnia

Yoga, tai chi, walking and jogging best ways to tackle insomnia – study

Life Hack: Expert advice to get the best night's sleep possible

Joanna Fortune: My teen goes to bed late and then spends half the day in bed

Five reasons that reading is one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy

Here are eight ultra-processed foods to cut from your shopping basket for good

How — and why — to prioritise good sleep as we head into autumn

Natural Health: It's been non-stop since the start of the school holidays — I'm tired when I wake up

Scents and sensibility — some facts about essential oils

5 houseplants to help with sleep

Regular exercise ‘significantly reduces insomnia risk’ — here's how to get into a fitness routine

Exercising twice a week or more ‘significantly reduces risk of insomnia’

Joanna Fortune: My 8-year-old is afraid of the dark, how can I reassure her?

The Fabulous Pharmacist: Here’s how to fall asleep faster, and better

Energy drinks ‘linked to insomnia and poor sleep in young people’

Talk to me: My mum is dependent on sleeping tablets — we have argued about the best thing to do now

Is sleep a feminist issue?

5 sleep symptoms to see your GP about immediately

Children with insomnia symptoms likely to continue to suffer as adults – study

Derval O'Rourke: The burden of burnout, and how to fight it

Tuesday TV Tips: Crossing the border on a ferry — Four Seasons in One Day

Derval O'Rourke: Outdoor exercise and superfood salad

Power City trades strongly as Insomnia revenues hit by pandemic

Insomnia introduce compostable coffee cups from today

Can't sleep, won't sleep: Overcoming insomnia

Insomnia coffee business wakes up to €1.9m profit

Businessman Bobby Kerr urges other to get checked after being diagnosed with cancer

Technology contributing to sleep deprivation epidemic

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Mick Clifford

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