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09/19/2021

Everyone's famous "eight hours of sleep"

One often hears about the need for eight hours of sleep a night. This is the recommendation of national health organizations around the world, from the British NHS to the American National Sleep Foundation. But where does this advice really come from?

Studies conducted in different countries to determine how often disease affects different groups of people come to the same conclusion: people who suffer from sleep deprivation, as well as those who sleep too much, are more susceptible to many diseases and live shorter lives on average.

However, it is difficult to say whether sleep disorders are the cause of diseases, or vice versa - a symptom of an unhealthy lifestyle.

By "too little sleep" we usually mean less than six hours; "too much sleep" is more than nine to ten hours.

09/19/2021

Why Do We Need Sleep?

Sleep is an essential function1 that allows your body and mind to recharge, leaving you refreshed and alert when you wake up. Healthy sleep also helps the body remain healthy and stave off diseases. Without enough sleep, the brain cannot function properly. This can impair your abilities2 to concentrate, think clearly, and process memories.

Most adults require between seven and nine hours3 of nightly sleep. Children and teenagers need substantially more sleep, particularly if they are younger than five years of age. Work schedules, day-to-day stressors, a disruptive bedroom environment, and medical conditions can all prevent us from receiving enough sleep. A healthy diet and positive lifestyle habits can help ensure an adequate amount of sleep each night – but for some, chronic lack of sleep may be the first sign of a sleep disorder.