Claire Davies

Claire Davies

Claire is Health and Wellness Editor at Top Ten Reviews and covers all aspects of health, wellbeing and personal care. With over 17 years' experience as a qualified journalist, writer and editor, Claire has worked across some of Future's most prestigious, market-leading brands. Due to past struggles with insomnia, she is particularly passionate about the role quality sleep plays in our physical and mental health, and loves helping readers to sleep better. Claire is always keen to hear from brands regarding products and services that can help readers feel healthy, happy and empowered.

Articles by: Claire Davies

Sleep Awareness Week 2021: Over 70% say Daylight Saving Time change doesn’t affect sleep

Sleep Awareness Week 2021: Over 70% say Daylight Saving Time change doesn’t affect sleep

By Claire Davies last updated

NEWS Marking the start of Sleep Awareness Week 2021, the National Sleep Foundation has published results of its poll looking at how Americans view the effects of clock change.

Halle Berry on the FitOn app

Love resistance training? Then don’t miss Halle Berry’s free online workouts

By Claire Davies last updated

NEWS Super-fit Halle Berry has just launched a bunch of new “blood-pumping” free online workouts via the FitOn fitness app. Here’s how to get them…

Why the new Echelon Stride folding treadmill could be worth considering over the Peloton Tread

Why the new Echelon Stride folding treadmill could be worth considering over the Peloton Tread

By Claire Davies last updated

News Home exercise brand Echelon has just released a new smart treadmill, the Echelon Stride. Here’s why it could be worth considering if you can't wait for next year's Peloton Tread.

Home exercise equipment is selling fast as more self-isolate, but these 5 must-have fitness products are still in stock

Home exercise equipment is selling fast, but these 5 must-have fitness products are still in stock

By Claire Davies last updated

Feature Making the switch to home workouts? This haul of home exercise equipment will help you maintain your cardio, mobility and strength training.

How to clean your glasses

How to clean your glasses

By Sophie Kaemmerle, Claire Davies published

HOW TO The best way to clean your eyeglasses safely, and the costly mistakes to avoid.

How the new AirPop Active+ smart face mask monitors your breathing and air quality

How the new AirPop Active+ smart face mask monitors your breathing and air quality

By Claire Davies published

NEWS The new AirPop Active+ Halo smart face mask monitors your breathing while protecting you from pollutants, and it measures the quality of the air you’re breathing in.

Mobvoi’s new cheap treadmill can be stored under your bed, making it ideal for small homes

Mobvoi’s new cheap treadmill can be stored under your bed, making it ideal for small homes

By Claire Davies published

News Smartwatch maker Mobvoi’s Home Treadmill is proving popular with people searching for a compact running machine for home exercise, and it only costs $450.

Survey: COVID is still causing sleep issues, but these tips for better sleep can help

Survey: COVID is still causing sleep issues, but these tips for better sleep can help

By Claire Davies published

News The AASM annual sleep survey shows that many of us are still struggling to sleep well during the pandemic, but with a few lifestyle changes, we can get back to better sleep.

Is Halloween cancelled? No, but the CDC says these 6 activities are high-risk

Is Halloween cancelled? No, but the CDC says these 6 activities are high-risk

By Claire Davies published

News There are still plenty of ways you can celebrate Halloween safely this year, at home and outdoors.

Study says beds are potential COVID-19 hotspot, so here’s how to clean your bed properly

Beds are COVID-19 hotspots, says study, so here’s how to clean a bed properly

By Claire Davies published

News The study found that not only do people with COVID-19 infect their beds and surrounding areas, asymptomatic people do too.

Why the new Casper mattress temperature regulating duvet is great news for your sleep

Why the new Casper mattress temperature regulating duvet is great news for your sleep

By Claire Davies last updated

News As well as looking at the new Casper mattress duvet, we offer tips for how to stay cool at night.

Protect-A-Bed’s new mattress protector is certified to block viruses, but how does it work?

Protect-A-Bed’s new mattress protector is certified to block viruses, but how does it work?

By Claire Davies last updated

News The company’s protective bedding range is designed to stop virus particles, allergens and more from infiltrating your mattress and pillows.

Three reasons why you’ll love the new DreamCloud luxury mattress

Three reasons why you’ll love the new DreamCloud luxury mattress

By Claire Davies last updated

News DreamCloud says its new mattress could help you sleep better than ever, and unbelievably it’s already on sale... but for a limited time only.

Fitbit Charge 4 is here and it’s packing GPS and a fun new way to help you exercise

Fitbit Charge 4 is here and it’s packing GPS and a fun new way to help you exercise

By Claire Davies last updated

NEWS Fitbit Charge 4 - the brand new GPS fitness tracker - is available for pre-order now and ships April 13... just in time to breathe new life into your lockdown exercise regime.

How Americans are staying fit at home during lockdown

Home exercise: poll reveals how yoga and jogging are helping people stay fit during lockdown

By Claire Davies last updated

News A poll of over 24,000 Americans reveals 42% are exercising at home during lockdown, while 32% are eating more healthily.

Therabody’s new vibrating foam roller helps release muscle tension after exercise - here’s how

Therabody’s new vibrating foam roller helps release muscle tension after exercise - here’s how

By Claire Davies last updated

News The app-connected Wave Roller is designed to help you warm-up better before exercise and to recover faster once you’re done.

The link between broken sleep and heart disease, and how to reduce your risk

The link between broken sleep and heart disease, and how to reduce your risk

By Claire Davies published

News A recent study has been exploring the relationship between persistent poor sleep and atherosclerosis, a disease of the arteries, and how much sleep you need to reduce your risk.

Healthy eating at home: A dietitian’s guide to making healthy snacks and easy meals

Healthy eating at home: A dietitian’s guide to healthy snacks and easy meals

By Claire Davies last updated

Feature A registered dietitian reveals her go-to healthy snacks and big-batch meals that are nutritious, cheap and easy to make.

How to sleep better, as study links poor sleep to multiple chronic conditions

How to sleep better, as study links poor sleep to multiple chronic conditions

By Claire Davies published

News We speak to a Sleep Behavior and Environment expert to get his tips on how to sleep better, starting tonight.

Trouble sleeping? Let Harry Styles read you a bedtime story with Calm

Trouble sleeping? Let Harry Styles read you a bedtime story with Calm

By Claire Davies published

News Singer-songwriter Harry Styles has teamed up with the Calm app to narrate a bedtime story to help you fall asleep. Here’s how to listen to it…

Research reveals mental health benefits of being in nature, and how to use it more

Research reveals mental health benefits of being in nature, and how to use it more

By Claire Davies published

News Why the Mental Health Foundation and World Wildlife Fund's new e-guidebook on how nature can improve your mental health is essential lockdown reading.

How to choose a mattress for your preferred sleep position

How to choose a mattress for your preferred sleep position

By Dave Harfield, Claire Davies published

How to Plus, we run you through the different types of mattress materials and sizes, and explain the simple test you can do to check if a mattress is firm enough for you.

Seniors enrolled in Medicare could get insulin for just $35 a month - here’s how

Seniors enrolled in Medicare could get insulin for just $35 a month

By Claire Davies published

News Under a new deal announced this week, many Medicare recipients could pay a maximum of $35 a month for insulin. Here’s what you need to know…

Unemployed Americans can now get a free subscription to the Headspace meditation app

Unemployed Americans can now get a free subscription to the Headspace meditation app

By Claire Davies published

News Headspace is offering unemployed Americans a one-year’s free subscription to Headspace Plus, which includes courses on mindfulness, meditation, and sleep.

Up to 43 million Americans could lose health insurance due to coronavirus-related job loss

Up to 43 million Americans could lose health insurance due to coronavirus-related job loss

By Claire Davies published

News Millions are already losing their employer-sponsored health insurance due to sweeping lay-offs, but a new think tank study predicts up to 43 million Americans could be affected.