Posted on March 8, 2011 by Integrative Nutrition The ability to function on as little sleep as possible has long been a point of pride for busy Americans, but getting less than 7 hours not only makes you tired, it make you sick. Insufficient sleep has been linked to an increased risk of chronic disease, such as diabetes and depression. Getting a good night's sleep is essential to our health and wellbeing. So how much sleep do you need? The National Sleep Foundation recommends 7-9 hours for adults and as much as 11 hours for children. In honor of National Sleep … [Read more...]









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