Magic Power of Sleep

Since I arrived here in US my sleeping pattern has gradually change. I dont get enough sleep compared back home. A lot of factors contributes to my sleep deprivation and when I read this article, I find it interesting, since the benefits of sleeping affects the whole you. How it makes you happier, sexier, even thinner. Its called the Magic Power of Sleep.

The massive decline in sleep happened so slowly and seamlessly that sew seemed to notice the trend. Was it because the growing seduction of the internet, video games and endless TV channels? Never disconnecting from work? No matter how it happened, millions of chronically sleep-deprived are putting their health, quality of life andeven lenght of life journey in jeopardy. New evidence shows why getting enough z's may trump all your other priorities.

MAGIC POWER # 1 LIVE LONGER AND HEALTHIER - Sleeping better may help you fight off illness. When people are sleep deprived, there are higher levels of stress hormones in their bodies and an increase in inflammation both of whick can decrease immune function.

MAGIC POWER # 2 LOOK BETTER, FEEL BETTER - People limited to only four or five hours of sleep a night for several nights not only experience more physical ailments but also undergo changes in metabolism similar to those occurring with normal aging. Its no wonder we look terrible after sleepless night. One of the reasons may be the growth hormones. They're are essential to keeping us looking good as we get older.

MAGIC POWER # 3 BE HAPPIER, LESS STRESSED - The inability to sleep causes more stress, which can have a devastating impact. People who dont sleep get depressed and depression causes insomnia, its a vicious cycle. But we know the inverse is true: that more and better sleep can make you feel happier.

MAGIC POWER # 4 BUILD A BETTER BRAIN - Not only does sleep deprivation lead to poor health, it also affects concentration, problem solving, skills, memory and mood. Better sleep may equal better decision making.

MAGIC POWER # 5 LOSE A FEW POUNDS - With sleep deprivation, we see a reduction in metabolism and an in increase in appetite. Inadequate sleep lowers levels of leptin, the hormone that causes you to feel full, while increasing levels of ghrelin, the homone that makes you feel hungry. Sleep deprivation also influences your food of choices, making you crave high carb and high sugar foods. This is because sleep loss decreases inculin sensitivity.