Sound machines and “sleep sounds” are often marketed as a cure for restless nights, but new research suggests they may ...

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Sound machines may not be the sleep saviors many believe. Researchers found that pink noise significantly reduced REM sleep, while simple earplugs did a better job protecting deep, restorative sleep ...

Rather than promoting better quality sleep, pink noise and other ambient noises may harm sleep quality more generally.

Pink noise, a staticky sound that’s supposed to help people fall asleep, may actually worsen your rest, a new study found.

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In A Nutshell Pink noise at 50 decibels reduced REM sleep by 19 minutes per night in healthy adults, potentially affecting ...

Marketed as a ticket to deeper sleep, the soft hum of pink noise has become part of millions’ nightly routines.

Marketed as a ticket to deeper sleep, the soft hum of pink noise has become part of millions’ nightly routines. However, its use may come at the cost of sleep quality, a University of Pennsylvania ...

For many people struggling to fall or stay asleep, sound machines have become a popular sleep aid. Broadband sounds promise to mask disturbing noises, “soothe” the brain, and help users drift off into ...

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