GoodSleepAdvice

Why is quality sleep so important?

Good quality sleep or ‘super sleep’ is essential for maintaining our physical, mental and emotional heaIth. When our body is at rest, all our cells are renewed and recharged, ongoing repair work to injuries and illnesses takes place and, with our heart rate and brain activity slowed down, we get an important break from the stresses of the day.
Super sleep benefits:

• Improve your mood…
Research shows on any working day a quarter of Britain’s bosses are likely to be grumpy and shout at colleagues because they have not slept well! Good quality sleep boosts energy levels and helps you to maintain a positive and upbeat attitude which in turn helps to reduce feelings of depression.

• Boost your brain power…
Quality sleep allows your brain to rest and to renew brain cells which will improve your memory and your mental ability.

• Improve your skin tone and texture…
It’s called ‘beauty sleep’ for a reason - no cream on the market can give you the glowing beauty benefits that regular sleep can.

• Help you lose weight…
In 2004, researchers at the University of Chicago discovered that sleep loss could reduce the body's ability to regulate hormones that control hunger. This could lead to an increase in appetite and a preference for high-carbohydrate foods – and ultimately weight gain.