Seven Reasons Sleep is Even More Important than I Thought
Sleep is a life or death issue, so why don’t we treat it like one
I’ve just been doing an online course in sleeping. I’m not even kidding. It’s called The Science of Better Sleep and is available through Masterclass. It seemed a little frivolous as a topic, but apparently it’s not.
Sleep is arguably as important to our health as eating well and exercising. Sleeping well can guard against a range of diseases, from diabetes to Alzheimer’s. It can help us lose weight, and gain muscle, learn better, and avoid (sometimes fatal) mistakes.
As Matthew Walker (who teaches The Science of Better Sleep) puts it:
“Scientists have discovered a revolutionary new treatment that makes you live longer. It enhances your memory and makes you more creative. It makes you look more attractive. It keeps you slim and lowers food cravings. It protects you from cancer and dementia. It wards off colds and the flu.”
Sleep is vital. I will never feel guilty about sleeping in again. It’s not lazy, it’s healthy. Here’s why.
