In some cases, mild Sleep Apnea can be reversed by weight reduction of over 30 pounds. The amount of sleep people require changes with age. Older adults may take longer to fall asleep and wake up earlier but they still may be getting as much sleep as they need. During sleep the body repairs tissues, re-energizes muscles, and replaces worn out cells. Cells reproduce twice as fast during rest than during working hours.
Research shows that shift workers average seven hours less sleep per week than day workers.
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