This Daily Habit Could Be Slowly Shortening Your Life
SELF Magazine • • health
Key Points:
- A new study published in Sleep Advances analyzed nationwide CDC data and found that getting the recommended seven or more hours of sleep per night is strongly linked to increased lifespan, second only to smoking as a predictor of longevity.
- Nearly 37% of American adults do not get enough sleep, highlighting the importance of prioritizing sleep for better health outcomes.
- Sleep medicine experts explain that sufficient sleep supports cardiovascular health, immune function, weight management, and mood, all of which contribute to a longer life.
- Lack of sleep often correlates with poorer lifestyle choices, such as unhealthy diet and reduced physical activity, which can increase the risk of chronic diseases.
- The study emphasizes sleep as a critical health behavior alongside diet, exercise, and social
