Sleep & Sex: The Surprising Connection
Learn more about the powerful connection between intimacy and rest, plus how the correlation shows up in Oura member data.
9 Daily Habits to Help You Sleep Better at Night
Your day sets the stage for your night. Discover science-backed tips to improve sleep, starting with your daily habits.
Your Guide to Hormonal and Non-Hormonal Birth Control Methods
Explore how non-hormonal and hormonal birth control options work, plus how they affect your body and reproductive cycle.
How Carbs Before Bed Impact Your Sleep
It all depends on the type of carb, as well as the timing. Learn how to optimize your intake and timing to sleep more soundly.
Colder Days, More Sleep? Here’s Why You May Sleep More in Winter
See how sleep patterns change during the colder, darker months and over the holidays, according to Oura member data.
Chill Out: 8 Science-Backed Benefits of Cold Exposure Therapy
The hot new wellness trend? Cold therapy. Here, eight science-backed health benefits of an icy dip, and what you need to know before you chill.
Why You’re Tired After a Big Holiday Meal, Plus How to Feel More Energized
Learn why it's common to feel sluggish after a big meal, like Thanksgiving dinner — plus 5 science-based tips to beat the slump.
Take a Walk: How Many Steps Per Day Do You Actually Need?
Discover how a consistent walking routine can benefit your longevity, and how Oura can help you keep track of your step count and heart health.
Learn How to Improve Your Cardio Capacity (VO2 Max)
These science-backed strategies have been proven to increase your cardio capacity, or VO2 max, a measure of cardiovascular health.
The Surprising Link Between Sleep & Vaccines
Learn how quality sleep can not only strengthen your overall immunity, but also increase the effectiveness of flu and COVID-19 vaccines.
All About Heart Rate Zones
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.
After Cutting Out Sugar, This Member Saw Drastic Improvements in her Oura Data—and Overall Health
When Hanna-Mai went on a month-long sugar-free challenge, she noticed changes in her Oura metrics, which led her to keep up the habit and experience even more benefits to her overall health.