Too many of us take sleep for granted. There are whole social media communities that pride themselves on “Team No-Sleep,” but sleep is a great thing! It is the time our body gets the rest it needs. No matter what age we are, sleep is essential.

It’s a good idea to make your sleeping space cozy, but a good night’s sleep is going to depend on more than purchasing comfy mattresses. Room temperature plays a significant role in our quality of sleep, too. Science has concluded: the colder the room, the better.

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that in certain cases has caused death. Different levels of this disorder involve the brain, lungs, and throat, all of which are part of how you breathe or don’t breathe while sleeping.