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Is sleep deprivation a silent killer? Check this out

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Is sleep deprivation a silent killer? Check this out. Many of us do not get enough sleep.   Reasons may include stress, pain, poor sleeping habits, using electronic screens before going to bed, or the stimulation from video games.  Other things such as caffeine or caffeinated drinks may also contribute to sleep issues. Correcting a poor sleep cycle can be frustrating since it takes time to change bad habits and to eventually find out why someone has difficulty sleeping in the first place. Regulating sleep may require supplementation with things such as ashwagandha which can help re-regulate the stress hormone cortisol Read More »

Do you get enough sleep? Here’s what the experts say.

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Do you get enough sleep? Here’s what the experts say. A lack of sleep can affect the way you physically function, reduce your immune response and affect your mental alertness as well. Many of us are also now being affected by the Covid19 virus situation as well, which may also affect the quality of your sleep as well due to the stress of living under these current conditions. According to the National Sleep Association, Newborns (0-3 months) need 14-17 hours Infants (4-11 months) need 12-15 hours Toddlers (1-2 years) need 11-14 hours Preschoolers (3-5) need 10-13 hours Children (6-13) need Read More »