PROMOTING BETTER SLEEP

- Sleep is important for a variety of reasons, including maintaining your

immune system, metabolic functions, and memory, as well as controlling
your body weight. "Almost every tissue in our body is affected by sleep,"
says Dr. Michael Twery. "It has an impact on our immune system, hunger,
respiration, blood pressure, and cardiovascular health,"

WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF YOU LACK OF SLEEP

- (1) YOU CAN’T THINK PROPERLY memory, decision-making, reasoning, and
problem-solving skills, as well as response time and attention, deteriorated
or it will become worse. When you don't get enough sleep, your focus,
creativity abilities suffer.

- (2) ACCIDENT PRONE if you get less than 6 hours of sleep each night,
you're three times more likely to get in a vehicle accident. Drowsy driving is
responsible for thousands of accidents, injuries, and deaths each year.

- (3) CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS sleep allows the body to
relax and recover, and it is important for practically every facet of physical
health. Insufficient or fragmented sleep can cause blood pressure
difficulties and increase the risk of heart disease, heart attacks, diabetes,
and stroke in the cardiovascular system.

Sleep is the foundation for good health

- Your body rebuilds muscles that have been worn down during the day and
eliminates poisons from the brain that have accumulated while you've been
awake. It's also necessary for preserving your memories.
- Sleep is likewise vital in helping you regulate your emotions. Being
sleep deprived for just one night can increase your emotional
response to negative feelings by 60%
 Tips for Better Sleep
Good sleep habits (sometimes referred to as “sleep hygiene”) can help you get
a good night’s sleep.
- Maintain consistency. Every night and every morning, including
weekends, go to bed and wake up at the same hour.
- Remove all electrical devices from the bedroom, including
televisions, laptops, and smartphones.
- Avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime
- Get some exercise. Being physically active during the day can help
you fall asleep more easily at night.

Good sleep improves your brain performance, mood, and health.

Sleep is good for your physical and emotional health, as well as your safety and
quality of life. A good night's sleep benefits all types of learning by assisting with
concentration, decision-making, and creativity.