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Sleep
- Reviewed by Sogol Javaheri, MD, MPH, Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
“Why can’t I sleep?” has become a common complaint among Americans. An estimated one-third of adults sleep six hours or less a night, which can have serious health consequences. Inadequate sleep (generally defined as less that seven hours a night for most adults) increases the risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Poor sleep is also associated with sluggish reaction time, memory lapses, and a higher risk of headaches, stomach issues, and sore joints.
Many factors, including aging, health conditions, lifestyle habits, and poor sleep hygiene, can make sleeping difficult. Some people also suffer from sleep disorders like insomnia and sleep apnea.
People can improve their sleep quality by addressing underlying issues affecting sleep, improving their diet, exercising more, and establishing healthy sleep habits.
Driving with arthritis pain: Stay comfortable — and safe — behind the wheel
Daily cup of coffee may prevent afib recurrence
Gene-editing therapy lowers harmful blood fats in early study
What is EMDR therapy, and who can it help?
GLP-1 drugs versus bariatric surgery for treating obesity
Two dumbbells, three exercises, and 10 minutes
Easing the emotional burden of IBS
Modify your push-ups to meet your fitness level
What is long QT syndrome?
Stroke survivors may benefit from very low LDL levels
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