In a recent article, Dr. Mercola explains a multitude of reasons why it is crucial to get enough sleep every night. The article states that an estimated 40% of Americans are sleep deprived and many of them get 5 hours of sleep or less nightly. According to recent studies, lack of sleep can lead to a variety of other health complications such as depression, decreased immune function, and increased risk of Alzheimer’s and even cancer.
Dr. Mercola also provides details on the what sleep actually does for your body and how to optimize your sleep in a natural way.