Why is sleeping so hard?

Why is sleeping so hard?

Why is sleeping so hard?

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Vickie Petz Kasper, M.D.

American Board of Lifestyle Medicine Diplomate

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Understanding Sleep: The Science and Tips for Better Rest

Dr. Vickie Petz Kasper takes you to mini-medical school so you can learn about the science of sleep and its importance for our health, from weight management to disease prevention. But sleep isn’t always easy. Explore causes and complications of insomnia, and how both physical and mental health are impaired by insufficient sleep. Daily choices have a huge impact on sleep quality, such as light exposure, and timing of exercise and meals. Discover a few changes you can make for better sleep, such as keeping a regular routine, managing stress, maintaining darkness and quiet in the sleeping area, and minimizing evening fluid intake. 

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Why is sleeping so hard?

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Learn the benefits of lifestyle medicine, which emphasizes the importance of personalized lifestyle modifications in controlling and preventing diseases. The six pillars of lifestyle medicine include healthy eating, physical fitness, restorative sleep, stress management, minimizing exposure to harmful substances, and positive social connections. Each pillar is interconnected to improve overall health.

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