The Importance of Sleep

By Charlie Osler

You should be sleeping 8 hours a night

What is Sleep Deprivation

• Not getting enough sleep• Can be caused by a wide variety of things• Can be long term or short term

Sleep Deprivation-Diabetes-Heart Problems-Higher Mortality Rate-Feeling Tired

Oversleeping

• Obesity• Head Aches • Back Pain • Depression

When Should I Sleep?

-Pre-Midnight Hour = 2 Post-Midnight Hour-10PM-6AM better than 12AM-8AM-Circadian Rhythm

Bad Sleeping EnvironmentTelevision is bad because:

-It stimulates your mind-Stops Melatonin Production

Eating is bad because:-hard for body to sleep while digesting-Sugar and Caffeine bad-Turkey has L-Tryptophan an amino acid that makes you drowsy

Good Sleeping Environment

-Turning Down the Temperature-Avoiding Large Dinner-Keeping Noise Down-Keep lights Off-Reserve Bed For Sleeping

Thank You!