Most adults wish they could catch more ZZZs for better health, sharper focus or simply to wake up feeling rested. Despite that desire, sufficient sleep remains elusive for millions. About one in three adults in the United States reports not getting enough sleep at night, and an estimated 50 to 70 million Americans live with chronic sleep disorders.
This widespread lack of sleep can quietly affect everything from mood and productivity to long-term health, while getting enough rest can help with everything from memory and immune function to heart health and emotional well-being. “Sleep is one of the best things you can do for your body and mind,” says Dr. Raj Dasgupta, a pulmonary and sleep specialist at Huntington Memorial Hospital in California.
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