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The Oura Q&A: Kiarra King, MD, OB-GYN & Women’s Health Educator
A passionate women’s health advocate, Oura advisor Dr. Kiarra King shares her favorite Oura features for women — plus, how she uses it to stay accountable.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Dr. Christine Noa Sterling, MD, Board-Certified OB-GYN
Meet Oura advisor Dr. Christine Noa Sterling, MD, whose work focuses on women’s health, parenting, and the intersection of technology and holistic well-being.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Preventative Medicine Expert Dr. Jake Deutsch, MD
The founder of a precision medicine practice in NYC, Dr. Deutsch brings a wealth of knowledge about aging well to the Oura medical advisory board.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD, Precision Medicine Practitioner
The bestselling author and physician shares a surprising insight about her habits she learned using Oura, how to use data to improve your holistic health, and more.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Dr. Eleni Jaswa, MD, Fertility Specialist & Researcher
A fertility doctor at UCSF and Oura advisor, Jaswa cares for patients, teaches medicine, and conducts research on a range of women’s health topics.
November 29, 2023
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UCSF and Oura Launch Study to Learn More About Irregular Menstrual Cycles and PCOS
In line with our commitment to women’s health equity, Oura is partnering with researchers at UCSF to explore how continuous physiological monitoring can be used to help women with irregular cycles and PCOS.
November 29, 2023
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8 Finnish Secrets to Stay Happy & Healthy All Winter
Oura employees from the world’s happiest country share their well-earned wisdom for beating the winter blues.
November 20, 2023
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Why You Get Tired After Thanksgiving Dinner (Don’t Blame the Turkey)
Learn why it's common to feel sluggish after a big meal, like Thanksgiving dinner — plus 5 science-based tips to beat the slump.
November 16, 2023
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How Journaling Can Improve Your Health — And How to Make it a Habit!
The benefits of journaling for your overall health are vast — follow these tips to avoid writer's block and finally make journaling a habit.
November 03, 2023
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9 Tips to Boost Your Immune System & Stay Well This Winter
Stay well this cold and flu season! These simple and science-backed tips can strengthen your immune system naturally.
November 03, 2023
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How FitOn Trainer Breann Stays Healthy With Oura
Breann Mitchell understands the importance of sleep in her daily fitness routine. Oura and FitOn have partnered to enhance your scores with free access to fitness and meditation content.
October 30, 2023
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Your Mindset Matters: How to Build Resilience to Stress with a Growth Mindset
Stress is a fact of life – but the way you view it makes a huge difference. Learn how a growth mindset can make you more resilient to stress.
October 26, 2023
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Tired But Can't Sleep? Here Are 5 Possible Reasons Why
Do you often feel tired but wired? Here are some common reasons you may be struggling to fall asleep, and what you can do about it.
October 19, 2023
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Heart Rate Recovery: Why It Matters and How to Calculate Yours
Heart rate recovery is a simple tool you can use to assess your fitness. Use these expert tips to measure yours and improve it.
October 18, 2023
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How Dreams Help Regulate Your Emotions and Reduce Stress
Dreams — which occur in the REM phase of sleep — play a vital role in regulating your emotions.
October 18, 2023
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Understanding Your Respiratory Rate While Sleeping
Your respiratory rate while sleeping is a good marker of your health and recovery. Here’s everything you need to know about this vital biosignal.
October 18, 2023
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How to Use Oura Temperature Trends to Track Your Cycle
Your body temperature naturally shifts throughout your cycle, and Oura Ring can be a helpful tool for tracking it and noticing changes.
October 17, 2023
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6 Insights This Member Learned About His Stress With Oura
Using the new Daytime Stress feature, Oura’s director of hardware product was better able to regulate various stressors when he noticed signs of strain.
October 10, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Stress Expert Elissa Epel, PhD
Stress researcher, professor, and Oura advisory board member Elissa Epel, PhD, breaks down the nuances of stress and shares how to dial it down in your life.
October 10, 2023
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Reframing Stress: The Difference Between “Bad” and “Good” Stress
Stress isn’t always negative — learn how to harness the power of positive stress for your body and mind.
October 10, 2023
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Track, Understand, and Manage Your Stress With Oura
Oura now measures your body’s responses to stressors during the day, helping you understand how to improve recovery and manage stress.
October 10, 2023
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How Stress Works: The Mind-Body Connection
Learn the functions of your body's autonomic nervous system: understand fight-or-flight vs. rest-and-digest state to help manage stress.
October 05, 2023
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How Stress Affects Your Sleep
Tired but wired? Learn the science behind stress and sleep, and how to reverse the impacts of stress on your shuteye.
September 28, 2023
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Cycle Syncing 101: Support Your Sleep, Mood, and Energy Throughout Your Cycle
While everyone’s experience is unique, these science-backed, cycle-syncing tips can help you sleep better and feel more energized throughout the month.
September 26, 2023
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Oura's Cycle Insights Feature
The latest evolution of our period prediction feature, Cycle Insights empowers members to understand their cycle more deeply and how it impacts their overall health.
September 25, 2023
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How Sleeping Heart Rate Varies by Age
Your resting heart rate varies throughout your life for several reasons. Here, gain a clearer understanding of the average resting heart rate by age.
September 25, 2023
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What Is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)?
Your heart rate variability (HRV) is a great indicator of how adaptable your body is, and it can help you detect stress and other health problems. Below, discover the answer to the question “What’s a good HRV?”
September 20, 2023
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Oura Integrates With FDA-Cleared Birth Control App, Natural Cycles°
Meet the world’s first birth control, powered by a wearable.
September 20, 2023
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New Research Uses Oura to Predict If Labor Will Start Before or After Due Date
Only about 5% of births actually occur on their estimated due date. This groundbreaking study using Oura metrics was able to predict labor onset with 71% accuracy.
September 19, 2023
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“Being Active Is in Our DNA:” Father, 91, and Daughter, 56, Both Use Oura To Stay Healthy
Jim and his daughter Julie both use Oura to keep up with their daily exercise routines and overall health.
September 07, 2023
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This Oura Member’s HRV Improves When He Spends Time With Loved Ones
With Oura, Ismail E. learned about the impact of social connection on his health, as well as how to combat his life-long insomnia.
September 07, 2023
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How Caffeine Impacts Your Sleep
Whether you have one cup of joe daily or you sip triple lattes all day long, it's essential to learn how caffeine impacts your sleep.
August 31, 2023
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8 Possible Reasons Why Your Resting Heart Rate Is High
Plus, lifestyle strategies that can help you lower your resting heart rate.
August 24, 2023
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7 Potential Reasons Why Your Menstrual Cycle Is Getting Shorter
Variations in menstrual cycle length are natural and usually no cause for concern. Discover the possible reasons your menstrual cycle is getting shorter.
August 24, 2023
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How Oura Can Help Monitor Illness
Your body is unique, and every person shows different patterns of strain, recovery, and illness. Learn how to spot yours.
August 19, 2023
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Building “Movement for All” at Oura: Meet Maris J., Our Activity Product Manager
A marathon runner, former insomniac, and Oura member (and now employee!), Maris J. has made it her mission to make all movement count.
August 18, 2023
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5 Bedtime Snack Recipes for Better Sleep
While certain foods and big meals are a no-go before bed, you have the green light to dig into these tasty treats that can help you fall — and stay — asleep.
August 18, 2023
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9 Simple (and Science-Backed!) Ways to Lower Stress
These nine ways to lower stress are simple yet effective. From reaching out to a loved one, to changing your diet – here’s how to manage stress.
August 18, 2023
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Why Is My Heart Rate High in the Morning?
Having an elevated heart rate when you wake up can inspire all kinds of questions. Here's a primer on what to do when this happens.
August 10, 2023
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What Causes Low HRV During Sleep?
Learn more about how — and why — this biometric fluctuates during the night.
August 08, 2023
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How Tracking Oura Data Paved the Way to This Member’s 75-Pound Weight Loss
Tricia learned to prioritize consistency over perfection and transformed her health. Here’s how she used Oura along the way.
August 03, 2023
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8 Foods and Drinks For Better Sleep (And 4 To Avoid!)
What you eat and drink affects your sleep – here’s what helps and what hurts.
August 03, 2023
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Meet the Member Whose Oura Data Prompted a Life-Saving Visit to the Doctor
After Dave noticed a higher-than-usual RHR on his Oura data, he took steps to mitigate the risk of a heart attack.
July 27, 2023
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Oura Data Reveals Effects of Summer Activities on Members’ Biometrics
The dog days of summer have arrived — but Oura members aren’t letting the heat and humidity slow them down. See how summer sports, travel, and the heat affect members’ data.
July 24, 2023
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What is the Relationship Between Heart Rate and Respiratory Rate?
Ever noticed that the faster your heart beats, the faster you breathe (and vice versa)? Here, discover more about the relationship between heart rate and breathing rate.
July 21, 2023
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Why Is My Heart Rate Higher When I’m Sick?
If you feel your heart racing when you’re under the weather, don’t fret. Learn why this normal occurrence happens and ways to calm it down.
July 20, 2023
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10 Ways to Increase Your Blood Oxygen (SpO2) Levels
Normal blood oxygen levels vary from person to person. But if you notice lower-than-usual levels, try these science-backed strategies to increase your blood oxygen level.
July 20, 2023
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HRV and Stress: What HRV Can Tell You About Your Mental Health
Heart rate variability is one of your body’s strongest physical indicators of stress — here’s how to use Oura to understand your body.
July 13, 2023
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Using Oura to Listen to Your Body
Oura provides your body with a microphone, enabling you to optimize your holistic health.
July 12, 2023
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How Oura Helps Inform This Member’s Integrative Approach to Healing Stage 3 Cancer
Stephanie B. turned to alternative therapies such as acupuncture in her cancer journey — here’s how she used Oura to track her treatments along the way.
July 07, 2023
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Defining Low, Medium, and High-Intensity Movement & Using Oura to Track It
Learn how Oura tracks and categorizes your physical activity into low, medium, and high-intensity – and the benefits of each.
June 29, 2023
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How This Member Used Oura to Support Her Weight-Loss Journey
After losing more than 100 pounds after gastric bypass surgery, Bailey C. turned to her Oura data to understand her sleep and improve her habits.
June 28, 2023
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At 50, This Oura Member Hit a Lowpoint — Now at 63, She's Fitter than Ever
Meet Linda R., who overcame chronic fatigue, migraines, and pain with the support of Oura.
June 26, 2023
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9 Science-Backed Herbs and Supplements for Better Sleep
Tired of tossing and turning? Consider trying these natural sleep aids that may help you drift off more easily and stay asleep for longer.
June 23, 2023
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How Late-Night Eating Can Impact Your Sleep
Find out how a midnight meal can harm your sleep quality — and what to choose if the munchies strike at night.
June 22, 2023
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Oura Now Integrates with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
Meet our new CGM partners; plus, learn more about the two-way relationship between glucose levels and sleep.
June 21, 2023
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How Meditation & Oura Helped This Entrepreneur Bounce Back from Burnout
Here's how Misha Y. leveraged the data and guided meditations in the Oura App to reduce stress and recover from burnout.
June 08, 2023
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6 Common Misconceptions About Sleep Paralysis
Uncover the facts behind these common misconceptions about sleep paralysis, including whether or not it's harmful to your health.
June 07, 2023
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Can Binaural Beats Help You Sleep Better?
Binaural beats and sleep have been the focus of research because of their connection. Learn more about what they can do for you here.
June 07, 2023
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PCOS and Sleep Disturbances: Here's the Link Between the Two
Sleep disturbances are an often-overlooked symptom of PCOS. Here, find out what you can do to help your body rest better.
June 07, 2023
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At 66, This Oura Member Doubled His HRV and Improved His Health — Here’s How
Oura inspired Jussi L. to quit his job, improve his diet, and finally combat insomnia.
June 06, 2023
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Oura Helps This Member Balance Full-Time Work and School
See how Oura helped Nicole V. learn to balance her demanding schedule and avoid burnout by valuing rest and recovery.
June 06, 2023
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Master Mindfulness for Resilience at Work
Mindfulness during the workday is a powerful tool for maintaining resilience during the workweek. With Oura, it is easy to add this grounding practice into your working hours.
June 06, 2023
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The Benefits of the 9 Solfeggio Frequencies
The 9 solfeggio frequencies are known for their healing benefits. But are some more suited for sleep than others? Find out in this article.
May 31, 2023
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Is There a Link Between Sleep Apnea and Fibromyalgia?
We explore whether there is a link between sleep apnea and fibromyalgia, and share our top tips for managing both chronic conditions.
May 31, 2023
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The Best Sleeping Position for Endometriosis
Endometriosis can cause pain and discomfort, making it challenging to sleep at night. Is there an “ideal” sleeping position for endometriosis?
May 31, 2023
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How the Higher Dose Founders Use Oura to Biohack Their Sleep & Performance
Lauren and Katie, Oura members and co-founders of the infrared technology brand Higher Dose, are on a mission to make biohacking more accessible to all.
May 26, 2023
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What is HRV Balance?
As an Oura Readiness Score contributor, HRV Balance is generated through a long-term comparison of your personal trends and baseline.
May 19, 2023
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How To Improve Your HRV (Heart Rate Variability)
Learn about 5 evidence-based ways to increase your HRV, an indicator of good health and recovery..
May 19, 2023
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How to Train Better Using HRV
Learn how to use your HRV metrics to get the most out of your workouts and your recovery days.
May 18, 2023
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The Healing Power of Sound: 5 Benefits of Sound Meditation
Turns out, sound can be incredibly powerful in helping you both focus and unwind.
May 17, 2023
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How to Get a Good Night's Sleep with a Rotator Cuff Injury
Discover sleeping position suggestions and strategies to avoid shoulder pain and sleep well.
May 17, 2023
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Is It Good to Have a High Heart Rate During a Workout?
Here’s what you need to know about your workout heart rate, including the benefits and drawbacks of having a high heart rate during exercise.
May 17, 2023
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Quiz: Why Am I So Tired Lately?
Tired of guessing why you’re tired? Designed for women, this quiz can help point you to potential causes.
May 16, 2023
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“Mental Health Begins In The Body:” Meet the Neuroscientist Who Uses HRV to Measure the Brain-Body Connection
Australian neuroscientist Kaushik Ram, PhD, shares how he uses Oura to monitor his HRV and offers methods to improve yours, too.
May 10, 2023
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How This Member Uses Oura to Manage IBD As Well As Her Everyday Stress
Here’s how Dada uses Oura to track her temperature trends to spot IBD flare-ups.
May 08, 2023
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Member Felicity V. Turned to Oura & Natural Cycles to Help Her Conceive
With highly detailed information about her fertility, Felicity got a positive pregnancy test within a month of integrating the apps!
May 05, 2023
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Meet 3 Female Entrepreneurs in LA Who Practice Self-Care With Oura
See how these successful female entrepreneurs use Oura Ring to track their cycles, prioritize rest, and build thriving wellness brands.
May 04, 2023
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Oura's Commitment to Prioritizing Women's Health
The team at Oura recognizes the importance and urgency of working toward health equity for women, especially in research and technology.
May 01, 2023
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Oura Supports This Mother & Daughter on Their Health Journeys While Strengthening Their Bond
Lindsay introduced Oura to her mom, Rita, a three-time cancer survivor. Both turn to Oura for encouragement and guidance along their own health journeys.
April 28, 2023
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How Dr. Elina Berglund, Co-Founder of Natural Cycles, Balances Being a Busy Mom & CEO With Oura
The entrepreneur and mom of two maintains a remarkably strong HRV and sleep schedule — here’s how she does it.
April 28, 2023
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Training According To Your Cycle? Wild.AI Now Integrates With Oura
Wild.AI can now import sleep and resting heart rate data from Oura to appear in your morning Wild.AI check-ins.
April 28, 2023
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How This Tech Founder Is Helping Women Take Control of Their Athletic Performance
See how athlete and mother, Hélène Guillaume, 36, uses Oura and Wild.AI to optimize her training and boost her performance.
April 28, 2023
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Understanding the Normal Fluctuations in Body Temperature
Your body temperature naturally fluctuates. Here's what's normal—and the temperature patterns to look for to read your body's signals.
April 28, 2023
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Male and Female Sleep Patterns: How Do They Differ, and Why?
Find out why men and women sleep differently, and why. Plus, discover what Oura data reveals about these gender differences in sleep.
April 27, 2023
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Why Do You Have Vivid Dreams Before Your Period?
Many people who menstruate report having bizarre dreams before their period. We investigate the science behind them and explain why there’s no cause for concern.
April 27, 2023
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Practice Mindful Parenting with These Guided Meditations for Mothers
Meditation can relieve stress, fight postpartum depression, and make you more empathetic. Use these free guided meditations for mothers.
April 26, 2023
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How Oura Data Can Help You Understand Your Menstrual Cycle
Oura tracks key biomarkers that give you an insight into your menstrual cycle and how it can fluctuate based on a number of lifestyle factors.
April 25, 2023
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How Your Menstrual Cycle Impacts Your Entire Body
Learn what body systems are affected by your menstrual cycle, and how you can take care of your body throughout.
April 25, 2023
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The Link Between Sleep and Fertility in Women
Turns out, sleep and fertility are deeply connected. Here, learn how melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep cycles, can affect fertility levels.
April 24, 2023
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What Causes Period Nightmares? The Science Behind Bad PMS Dreams
Experiencing bad dreams around your period is more common than you may think. Discover the science behind them and why they’re nothing to worry about.
April 24, 2023
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Can PMS Cause Insomnia and Affect Your Sleep Quality?
Find out why you may have trouble sleeping prior to your period, and more importantly, what you can do about it.
April 23, 2023
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How This Health Coach & New Mom Uses Oura To Prioritize Sleep and Track Her Cycle
Cassidy N. uses her Oura Ring to track her sleep, menstrual cycle, and has noticed a dramatic difference in her sleep since cutting out alcohol.
April 21, 2023
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The Surprising Link Between Menopause and Sleep Apnea
Here's the connection between snoring and menopause, and how hormonal changes during this stage of life can increase the risk of sleep apnea.
April 18, 2023
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How to Align Your Movement With Your Menstrual Cycle
Learn how to use a wearable like Oura Ring to decipher when your body needs a break, and when it’s time to put in the work, throughout your monthly cycle.
April 14, 2023
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Brooke V. Uses Oura to Manage Lyme Disease, Track Her Cycle, & Sleep More Soundly
“Oura has also been a fabulous tool as I try different modalities and treatments,” Oura member Brooke V. tells us.
April 14, 2023
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Pregnancy Naps: Why You Should Nap While Expecting
Find relief from fatigue by taking "pregnancy naps" — here, discover why (and how) to take the best naps while expecting.
April 13, 2023
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4 Ways to Prevent Mental Fatigue & Information Overload
Learn how to give your mind some much-deserved recovery time — without completely disconnecting from technology.
April 10, 2023
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All Hours with Oura: Kanoa Igarashi
In surfing, sport and science connect. See how celebrated Japanese-American surfer Kanoa Igarashi uses Oura insights to structure his training schedule.
April 05, 2023
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Researchers Use Oura Data to Evaluate Physiological Responses to COVID-19
Oura research scientists analyzed biometric insights from 838 Oura members who had COVID and 20,267 members who received a COVID vaccine.
March 27, 2023
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How Lewis C. Improved His Autoimmune Symptoms, Sleep, & Lifestyle With Oura
The engineer-turned-health-coach shares how he tracked, and ultimately solved, his mysterious health struggles with Oura.
March 23, 2023
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Sleeping Heart Rate: Look for These 4 Patterns
Your sleeping heart rate may reveal more than you realize, from effects of late meals to misalignment with your body clock, and more.
March 16, 2023
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How Sleep Helps With Weight Management
What if losing weight was as easy as turning off the lights, jumping under the covers, and getting some sleep?
March 16, 2023
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Revenge Sleep Procrastination: How ADHD Affects Your Bedtime
Learn why people who have ADHD can struggle with their bedtimes, and explore five strategies to combat it.
March 14, 2023
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8 Popular Sleeping Positions & What They Mean for Your Health
Your preferred sleeping position can tell you a lot about your health — but what about your personality? Discover what the science says.
March 09, 2023
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How Lisa D. Uses Oura to Ease her Sleep Anxiety
After her naturopathic doctor recommended Oura, Lisa learned how to optimize her sleep for more energy — and less stress.
March 03, 2023
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How Accurate Are Oura's Heart Rate & HRV Measurements?
The Oura Ring performed near-perfect for resting heart rate (r² = 0.996) and extremely high for heart rate variability (r² = 0.980) when compared to a medical-grade ECG device.
February 15, 2023
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Mouth Taping: Can You Snore With Your Mouth Closed?
Dealing with snoring? You might be curious about methods like mouth taping that claim to stop snoring in its tracks — here, how they stack up.
February 09, 2023
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Learn About Oura’s Compassionate Approach to Sleep
Our sleep philosophy follows three guiding principles that focus on self-compassion and allow for imperfection.
February 08, 2023
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The 10 Most Effective Coffee Alternatives for Pregnancy
No matter your reasons for wanting to cut down on caffeine, these ten alternatives will give you a natural energy boost.
February 07, 2023
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6 Surprising Bad Sleeping Habits & How to Break Them (for Good)
These science-backed tips and strategies will empower you to make this the year you improve your sleep quality.
January 26, 2023
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How Can Intermittent Fasting Improve Your Sleep?
Learn how to take advantage of your body’s natural sleep pattern by “circadian fasting.”
January 23, 2023
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Sauna & Sleep: A Winning Combo?
Spending time in the sauna, whether traditional or infrared, can deliver big benefits for your sleep and overall health.
January 18, 2023
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Can Meditation Help You Sleep?
Counting sheep? Learn more about meditation, an ancient practice with science-backed benefits that can help you fall and stay asleep.
December 27, 2022
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Why Am I So Tired On My Period?
Period fatigue is a monthly reality for many people who menstruate. Discover the possible causes of period fatigue and ways to boost your energy.
December 15, 2022
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3 Common Mistakes When Setting New Year’s Resolutions, According to a Behavioral Scientist
Plus, three science-backed solutions that’ll help you find success this year.
December 09, 2022
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10 Simple Breathing Exercises for Sleep and Relaxation
Feeling stressed out? Use these simple breathing exercises to quickly alleviate stress and tension.
December 08, 2022
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5 Simple Breathing Techniques for a Good Night’s Sleep
These science-backed breathwork exercises can help bring your body into a state of deep relaxation for improved rest.
December 07, 2022
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Why You Shouldn’t Stress About Getting the “Perfect” Night of Sleep
Researchers have recently coined the term “orthosomnia” to describe a preoccupation with sleep. Here’s how to build a more balanced approach.
November 22, 2022
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5 Ways to Find a Healthy Balance During the Holidays
Taking care of your health doesn’t need to add to the stress of the season.
November 21, 2022
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Busting the 14-Day Ovulation Myth
The oft-quoted concept that ovulation happens on the 14th day of the menstrual cycle isn't always accurate — here's why.
November 07, 2022
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How Does Alcohol Impact Oura Members?
You already know alcohol isn't doing you any favors. But how does it affect your Oura biometrics? Here's what our community data shows.
October 31, 2022
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Light Sleep: What Is It and What Are the Benefits?
Here's why you shouldn’t sleep on this integral stage of shuteye.
October 26, 2022
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REM Sleep: What Is It and How to Get More
Looking to get more REM? Check out these tips and the science behind getting more Zzz's.
October 24, 2022
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How Oura Members’ Readiness Scores Change Throughout The Week
Plus, more interesting findings based on community data from the past three months.
October 20, 2022
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Restless Sleep? How to Reduce Tossing and Turning at Night
Tossing and turning is frustrating, but also normal. Learn the common causes of restless sleep, and how to sleep more soundly.
October 06, 2022
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Sleep Debt: Is It Possible to Catch Up on Lost Sleep?
The short answer, unfortunately, is no. Learn why, and how to improve your sleep patterns to avoid sleep debt in the future.
October 03, 2022
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Everything You Need to Know About Melatonin
While there are certain use cases for this popular supplement, it's not a cure-all for sleep problems. Here's what you need to know.
September 22, 2022
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What Is the Average Resting Heart Rate?
There's a wide range of "normal" resting heart rates; here, take a closer look at the averages for Oura members across age and gender.
September 19, 2022
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All About Your Resting Heart Rate
Find out what your resting heart rate tells you about your health, how Oura measures it, and how to improve yours.
September 19, 2022
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Deep Sleep: What Is It and How to Get More
Deep sleep is the most restorative sleep stage, rejuvenating your brain and body. Here's how much you need — and how to get more.
September 01, 2022
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What Is the Average HRV?
While there's no single "optimal" HRV score for any gender or age group, we do see certain patterns for average HRV in Oura member data.
August 19, 2022
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New Research Suggests Nearly 3 in 4 Americans Fall Short of Restorative Sleep
The good news: If you’re among the groggy majority, there are a few ways to improve your sleep quality and rack up more restorative sleep.
August 09, 2022
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How Sleep Affects Your Immune System
When it comes to your health, sleep is your armor. Here's how it works.
August 04, 2022
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Sleep Apnea, Defined — And How to Treat It
Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatments for this extremely common, yet potentially serious, condition that could be affecting your sleep.
July 28, 2022
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How to Choose the Best Bedding for a Better Night’s Sleep
Sleep can be considered a performance activity — and the gear you use matters just as much as it would for exercise!
July 28, 2022
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How Blue Light Impacts Your Sleep
Your body’s unique internal clock can be thrown off by your cell phone, laptop, and other before-bed habits.
July 22, 2022
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7 Science-Backed Strategies to Manage Jet Lag
Follow these tips to cope with the effects of jet lag and make the most of your well-deserved vacation days.
July 07, 2022
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Oura Ring Data Reveals How Summer Affects Our Sleep
Depending on where you live, you may notice differences in how you sleep during the summer versus the winter. What causes these differences and what can you do about it to make sure you’re getting enough sleep all year long?
July 27, 2021
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9 Ways to Be More Present
You hear these phrases all the time: “Be present,” “Live in the moment,” “The present is life’s best present.” But how do you do this when your mind keeps wandering to yesterday’s regrets and tomorrow’s worries?
July 09, 2021
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Health
Does Sleeping Multiple Times A Day Work? Polyphasic Sleep Explained
Conventionally, adult humans are “monophasic sleepers,” which means they sleep in a single block, depositing sleep as one payment each night. However, some individuals have tried “polyphasic sleeping,” where sleep is divided up throughout the day in a series of smaller sleep segments of a few hours scattered throughout the day.
July 01, 2021
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Health
Naps Around the World
We’ve all been there. It’s 2 pm, you just had lunch, loads more to get done, but your body wants a breather. What if you just took a nap? Naps, when done right, are a perfect way to take a short mental timeout during the day.
June 25, 2021
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Health
How to Make 2021 About You & Your Health
The calendar striking 2021 brings a new opportunity to make positive personal change and regain our mental resilience. But there’s one important question we are all asking ourselves: “Where do I start?” The answer? With You.
January 06, 2021
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Health
Oura Hacks To Stay Healthy At Home
Tips from other users to build new routines for staying healthy at home.
March 05, 2020
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Health
How Alcohol Impacts Your Sleep
Having a glass of wine or a nightcap before bed is a common nighttime ritual. But this is one shortcut you may want to avoid...
February 18, 2020
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Health
Circadian Rhythms and Your Bedtime
Are you an early bird or a night owl? Find out how it impacts you.
February 18, 2020
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Health
Use HRV to Manage Stress
Ever wonder what stress or anxiety look like in your body? Your HRV can tell you.
February 12, 2020
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Health
The Importance of Staying Active
Our bodies were made to move, yet our modern lifestyles have us logging a lot of sedentary hours. What's the cost?
February 12, 2020
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