11|Why Sleep is so Important

Thriving After 50 "Mind Body Soul" · May 21, 2024 · 26m

As it turns out, getting an adequate amount of quality sleep is nothing short of essential for our health and wellness as human beings, yet there is an alarming number of us who are not placing nearly enough importance on the amount of sleep we get each night. Not getting enough quality sleep affects everything from your immune system and your heart health to your memory, cognitive abilities and mental health. Why sleep is important for your brain 1. It's your body's reset process There are so many processes that are able to literally reset themselves while you're at rest. It is during the…