1. The ability to think, remember, concentrate, and problem solve deteriorates as we become sleep deprived. Dr. James Walsh, M.D, Director of St. Johns Mercy Sleep Medicine at Research Center in St. Louis
2. Research shows chronic loss of sleep increases anxiety, depression, blood sugar (diabetes risk), cardiovascular disease (stroke and heart attacks), appetite (obesity). Texas Tech University Reasearchers
Sleep Tips:
1. Establish a regular bedtime, set a routine and follow it.
2. Make your bedroom quiet, dark and comfortable. No TV, radio or other distractions.
3. Limit caffeine, alcohol and nicotine especially around bedtime.
4. Exercise regularly - but not close to bedtime.
Source: "Medzines Healthy Living" Sept. 2009.
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