Every day, millions of people sleepwalk through their daily routines, but being drowsy isn’t their only problem. Here are eight surprising effects of lack of sleep that make the case for getting more rest:
1. Accident-prone. Sleeping less than four hours makes you 15 times more likely to cause a car accident.
2. Brain fog. Poor sleep leads to difficulty concentrating and memory trouble.
3. Lack of creativity. REM sleep boosts creative juices.
4. Depression. People who don’t get enough sleep are 10 times more likely to be depressed.
5. Weakened immunity. Less than six hours of sleep makes you four times more likely to catch a cold.
6. Diabetes. Sleep deprivation causes insulin sensitivity to decrease by 25 percent.
7. Weight gain. Inadequate sleep causes hormone changes that affect metabolism.
8. Heart disease. Lack of sleep increases your risk of heart disease by 70 percent.
One in three adults don’t get enough sleep, and they may be experiencing serious health complications as a result. Don’t let your lack of sleep ruin your good health!
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