Sleep is very important for overall maintenance of health. It is as important as eating healthy and excercise. The hormone melatonin is secreted by the pituitary gland and helps control our cycadian rythm( the body’s internal clock). Unfortunately there’s a lot of things that can interfere with our natural sleeping patterns such as work, TV, e.t.c… Here are 6 reasons why sleep is very important:
1. Good sleep improves concentration and productivity.
2. Good sleep can maximize athletic performance.
3. Good sleep helps reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
4. Good sleep helps to increase confidence and reduce depression.
5. Good sleep improves your immune system function.
6. Good sleep can help to reduce risk of inflammation in the body.