Deep sleep is vital to health

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•  While the body rests during sleep, the brain remains active. During deep sleep, hormones are made that:

•  Promote growth and repair cells and tissues

•  Fight infections

•  Help the body control hunger

•  Most healthy adults need between seven and a half to nine hours of sleep per night to function at their best.

 

Dos

•  Keep your bedroom quiet, dark, and comfortable.

•  Have a warm cup of tea without caffeine before bedtime.

•  Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning.

•  Get some exercise during the day.

 

Don’ts

•  Don’t sleep with lights or the TV on.

•  Don’t have a night cap. Alcohol before bedtime robs you of deep sleep.

•  Don’t eat large meals before bedtime.

•  Don’t watch screens or scroll through news and social media at least one hour before bedtime.

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