WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SLEEP?

When you sleep, your body undergoes a series of changes that enable the rest that is vital to your overall health. Sleep allows the brain and body to slow down and engage in processes of recovery, promoting better physical and mental performance the next day and over the long-term.

KEY POINTS ON SLEEP:

  • Good sleep is essential for our health and emotional well-being.
  • Getting enough sleep and good sleep quality are essential for healthy sleep.
  • The amount of sleep you need changes as you age.
  • Talk to your healthcare provider if you have problems sleeping.

SIGNS OF POOR SLEEP

  • Trouble falling asleep.
  • Repeatedly waking up during the night.
  • Feeling sleepy or tired even after getting enough sleep.

7 HEALTH BENEFITS OF ENOUGH SLEEP

  1.   Get sick less often.
  2. Stay at a healthy weight.
  3. Reduce stress and improve your mood.
  4.  Improve your heart health and metabolism.
  5. Lower your risk of chronic conditions like:
  • Type 2 diabetes.
  • Heart disease.
  • High blood pressure.
  • Stroke.
  •  Lessen the risk of motor vehicle crashes and related injury or death.

7.   Improve your attention and memory to better perform daily activities and stand better and greater chances for promotion at your workplace.

HABITS THAT CAN IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP INCLUDE:

·  Going to bed and getting up at the same time every day.

·  Keeping your bedroom quiet, relaxing, and at a cool temperature.

·  Turning off electronic devices at least 30 minutes before bedtime.

·  Avoiding large meals and alcohol before bedtime.

·  Avoiding caffeine in the afternoon or evening.

·  Exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy diet.

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