6 Signs You Need More Sleep
If you don't feel hungry at lunch, or can't remember where you put your car keys, you may be seriously sleep-deprived, experts say...
Chronic lack of sleep can lead to a series of health problems such as high blood pressure, obesity, depression, weakened immune system, unstable hormone secretion, decreased memory, irritability, reduced judgment or body reaction ability...
“Sleep is as essential to your life as the food you eat every day,” according to Dr. Mary Susan Esther, president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, answering the question “Why should we emphasize the importance of sleep?”
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The signs described below will help you decide whether you should spend more time on work than on sleep, according to menshealth.
1.You don't feel hungry at lunch
Lack of sleep can make you feel like eating more or not eating at all. Your body clock feels out of whack, which is why so many people lose or gain weight when they are sleep deprived.
2. You look at three different websites and check email twice in just 5 minutes.
Signs that your concentration is waning. Whether you're writing a quick email or solving a math equation, you won't be able to focus if you don't get enough sleep.
3. You can't remember where you put your car keys
Your brain needs quality sleep to refresh and rebuild its memory. “If you don’t get enough sleep, your memory will deteriorate over time, which is why shut-eye doesn’t produce better results than deep sleep,” says sleep specialist Dr. Neil Kline.
4. You can't carry on a conversation
You may work like a pro till the weekend but constant sleep deprivation will make it impossible for you to make witty conversation and even have a punchline with your friends.
5. You feel sleepy while driving
Caffeinated drinks, loud music, or open windows may wake you up in the short term, but they won't keep you awake in the long run. What you need to do is get more sleep.
6. Your body always feels unwell
While you sleep, your immune system is constantly being strengthened and enhanced. So in addition to eating healthy foods, you should spend at least 7 hours a night to keep your body healthy in all weather conditions.
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