Noise-canceling headphones are meant to reduce unwanted ambient sounds around you. They use built-in microphones to pick up external noises, then produce sound waves to cancel out the out the external ...

The sonic environment of a city can be described as the urban soundscape. This covers all sounds, including those regarded as pleasant, such as birdsong and children playing. However, cities can be ...

Food noise refers to the constant stream of thoughts and distractions about food that can overwhelm you. It includes worries about what to eat, guilt over choices, and cravings that distract you from ...

“Food noise” is suddenly everywhere. Though it may evoke the crunch of a potato chip or the sizzle of oil in a pan, the term describes intrusive thoughts about food that are distressing and disruptive ...

Having trouble falling and staying asleep is a common problem many people have. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine with the Sleep Research Society found that over one-quarter of American adults ...

As a mom of three boys, I can barely hear my thoughts against the cacophony of my brood plotting their next Minecraft moves, bartering Pokémon cards, or singing a Weird Al parody. They’re not fighting ...

In order to crack down on noisy, illegally modified car mufflers and exhaust systems, New York City lawmakers are expected to pass a new bill soon allowing the installation of noise cameras across the ...

Adding noise to your sleep routine may sound counterintuitive, but many people swear by wrapping themselves in a blanket of sound to get a better night of rest. You’ve probably heard of white noise.

Noise pollution is generated by traffic, commercial and industrial areas, certain city services, and even leisure buildings. High noise pollution will see citizen happiness and overall well-being ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...