Sleep often gets pushed to the side in favor of more pressing to-dos. But cutting your sleep too short can be dangerous for your health The amount and quality of sleep we get each night impacts our cognitive function, mental health, hormones, metabolic health and physical performance. Yet most of us are not prioritizing our snooze time, with a reported 1 in 3 adults not getting enough sleep each night Sleep is a biological necessity. We spend approximately one-third of our lives asleep When you sleep, your body is able to divert energy from movement, digestion and more and focus on repair, growth and recovery Lack of sleep is more than just feeling tired. It significantly impacts neurological pathways, impairing attention, memory, alertness, decision-making and reaction time Chronic sleep deprivation is also linked to a higher risk of health conditions, including heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, psychiatric disorders and depression Getting enough sleep is incredibly important for your overall health and well-being Create a calming bedtime routine one to two hours before bed. Enjoy a cup of herbal tea or one of our comforting drinks, take a warm bath or read a book to unwind your mind before sleep. Unplug and power down devices (phones, computers, TV) at least one hour before bed. Regularly getting six or less hours of sleep can have detrimental effects on physical, mental and emotional health. Insufficient sleep increases the risk of accidents, errors, illnesses and health conditions.
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Friday, October 10, 2025