Sleep

Survey finds average U.S. adult feels tired at least three days a week

Washington — If you’re feeling tired, you’re not alone. On average, U.S. adults feel sleepy three days a week – affecting their mood, mental acuity, productivity and more, results of a recent survey suggest.

Average night’s sleep now less than six hours, survey shows

Houston — The average U.S. adult slept 47 minutes less a night last year than in 2018, results of a recent survey indicate.

Study finds long nappers, sleepers at higher risk for stroke

Wuhan, China — Do you regularly nap for extended periods or sleep longer than most people? If so, you may be at increased risk for stroke, say researchers at Huazhong University of Science and Technology.

Study links lack of sleep to unhealthy snack cravings

Evanston, IL — Restless and hankering for the nearest junk food but not sure why? A recent study purportedly “nose” the answer.
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Poor sleep patterns raise risks of metabolic disorders

Bethesda, MD — Irregular sleep patterns do more than just make you tired at work – they can have long-lasting adverse effects on your health.

A poor night’s sleep may raise blood pressure and harm the heart, study finds

Tucson, AZ — A restless night may trigger a spike in blood pressure that lasts into the day – a possible explanation for why sleep problems have been shown to increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and even death from cardiovascular disease, results of a recent study suggest.

As little as 16 minutes of lost sleep can hinder job performance: study

Tampa, FL — A relatively small disruption in sleep routines could leave workers distracted during the next workday, according to the results of a recent study from the University of South Florida.

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