What’s in a Good Night’s Sleep?
We all know a good night’s rest is important, but you might not know just how crucial sleep can be for our overall health.
It's estimated that 50-70 million Americans chronically suffer from a sleep disorder which hinders daily function and adversely affecting health and longevity. Most sleep disorders are marked by excessive daytime sleepiness, difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep, and abnormal events occurring during sleep. The cumulative long-term effects of sleep loss and sleep disorders have been associated with a wide range of deleterious health consequences including an increased risk of hypertension, diabetes, obesity, depression, heart attack, and stroke.
Beyond just reducing risk factors for disease, good sleep can also improve your concentration, athletic performance, mood, immune system, and much more.
Practicing good sleep hygiene is a great first step towards improving your sleep, and if you’re not sure what that means we recommend checking out the Sleep Foundation for more info: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/sleep-hygiene
And of course, we’re here to help too! If you’re looking for other natural ways of supporting your health, our Naturopathic Doctors offer holistic solutions to your healthcare needs.
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