Will the sleep debate over who needs the most sleep ever end? In a 2008 study by Brigham Women’s Hospital, people were given the chance to sleep for 16 hours a day for several days. The oldest adults - those aged 60 to 72 years old - slept for an average of seven and a half hours. The youngest - those aged 18 to 32 years old - slept nearly nine hours.
While you could easily interpret this as meaning younger people needing more sleep, there’s also the possibility that these individuals had the highest sleep debt (or that the body clocks or other medical conditions of the older adults were preventing them from sleeping more than they wanted to).
Ultimately, it doesn’t matter what age you are or whether you are male or female - you’ve got to log your shut-eye! If you’re having trouble getting the rest you need, consider altering your sleep schedule to see if you can get even a few more minutes of sleep each night.
Read moreSleep is an important function in everyone’s life and while it might be tempting to cram as many activities as possible on vacation, you should take time to relax. When planning your vacation, focus on going to a coupe must-see locations a day and giving yourself time to breathe for the additional free time you have. When you don’t have to run around from 6am-11pm you’ll find vacations much more enjoyable.
Like you would at home, follow a sleep schedule so you’re not exhausted the entire vacation. In fact, vacations are a perfect time to adjust your regular sleep schedule as there are no distractions or pressing deadlines you need to worry about. Focus on readjusting your internal clock and use the vacation to figure out how much sleep you need and your perfect bedtime. From there, just sit back and relax!
Read moreGetting the sleep you need - and crave! - during pregnancy can be a challenge. Fortunately, by following the pregnancy sleeping tips above, you’ll be able to log some quality zzz’s throughout every trimester of pregnancy - perhaps even after the baby arrives.
Read moreThe end of the day is a time for winding down and getting ready to sleep. A good night’s rest can replenish your energy, improve your mood, and help you get through tomorrow’s schedule with ease. These hygiene tips and sleep tips will make it easier for you to fall asleep tonight.
Follow these simple steps before bedtime so you wake up feeling refreshed in the morning.
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