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Article by Kevin Agrawal

Sleep is essential to wellness. Your body needs sleep for rest and recuperation. So it is important that men are proactive and pay close attention to their prostate health because it can often affect sleeping patterns.Experts say your body needs 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night. The elderly may require even more sleep. The body uses sleep time to recuperate and create millions of new cells. This helps to build up the body

www.deluxecomfort.com We all know that sleep is absolutely critical to feel your best, look your best and perform at your best — every day. A lack of sleep can result in issues such as decreased productivity, creativity and focus, but a continuous lack of sleep can lead to more serious health issues. Here are the solutions to the top seven myths about getting your daily sleep: Myth #1: Snoring may be annoying to a sleep partner, but it is never harmful. Fact: Snoring may be harmless, but it can also be a symptom of a life-threatening sleep disorder called sleep apnea, especially if it is accompanied by severe daytime sleepiness. Sleep apnea, or pauses in breathing while sleeping, prevents air flow, reduces oxygen levels and strains the heart and cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Solution: Lose weight and if you suspect sleep apnea, get it checked out, for it is treatable. Myth #2: You can “cheat” on the amount of sleep you get. Fact: Sleep experts say that most adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night for optimum performance, health and safety. When we don’t get adequate sleep, we accumulate a sleep “debt” that can be difficult to “pay back.” The result: sleep deprivation, which is linked to obesity, high blood pressure, mood swings, decreased productivity and safety issues in the home, on the job and on the road. Solution: Put your body and health first and get to bed early enough for your full eight hours of rest …

Could skimping on shuteye make you fat? The answer is a resounding “yes”! In this week’s UltraWellness blog, Dr. Mark Hyman explains how sleep deprivation can harm your health — and shares his comprehensive plan for getting a good night’s sleep. For more, see www.ultrawellness.com