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We spend about a third of our lives asleep — around 25 years! What happens to your brain and body at night? How many hours do you really need? This short article explains why sleep matters and gives simple tips for sleeping well.
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We spend about one third of our life asleep. That is around 25 years! But why do we need sleep? Let's find out.
When you sleep, your brain does not stop. It sorts everything you learned during the day and keeps the important things. That is why sleep helps you remember new words!
At night, your body rests and repairs itself. Your muscles get better after a busy day, and your body fights illness better. Children grow when they sleep.
Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep every night. Teenagers need eight to ten hours, and small children need even more.
Go to bed at the same time every day. Keep your bedroom dark, quiet and cool. Do not drink coffee in the evening, and put your phone away one hour before bed.
Sleep is not lost time. It is time for your brain and your body. So tonight, go to bed early and sleep well!
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