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Sleep, are you getting enough?

SLEEP ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH? The study of sleep is a growing science. Human knowledge of the mechanics of sleep is relatively new. Until recently, most of the research has been in sleep disorders and related issues. It was discovered that there are several stages of sleep. Each of them has an important function in the overall process. STAGES OF SLEEP 000000000000000000000000000. Everynight the average person transitions through 5 stages of sleep, the 1st being the lightest and the 5th being the deepest. Those stages are: Stages 1 and 2 are transitory states. In these states the body and mind are in the process of shutting down for sleep and then moving into the deeper stages. This is sometimes experienced as a sort of drifty feeling as you begin to fall asleep. In these stages, a person is easily awakened by noise, comfort issues, temperature, or other environmental issues. Stages 3 and 4 are deep sleep stages. In these stages the body is beginning the maintenance required by the body. Hormones are released to aid in healing, relieving pain, and many other functions. This is the restful part the sleep process that has great benefit in alertness and energy levels. R.E.M. Sleep stage. Rapid Eye Movement sleep is the deepest level of sleep. Even though you must pass through stages 1-4 and back up to reach it, this stage is where the mind begins to dream. Hormones are released that effectively paralyzes the sleeper, thus preventing movement and acting out the dream. Memory is refreshed and stored. Getting the proper amount of REM sleep is critical to maintain mental sharpness, and functional memory. BRIEF AWAKENESS AWAKE REM STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3 STAGE 4 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 HOURS OF SLEEP ABOUT STAGES 000000.000000..0000... Each stage consists of different types of activity with your body and brain. As you can see below, there is a lot going on while you sleep... STAGES MOVEMENT EEG WAVES ACTIVITY Twitching of the body occurs, Rapid eye movement while heartbeat and breathing speed up. Heightened cerebral activity causes intense dreaming to occr. REM ww.mm Nearly awake, barely asleep. may be woken up easily. Eyes are closed as you begin to fall 1 asleep. Body temperature decreases while heart rate slows down. Light Sleep, Still easily woken up Minimal muscle activity. Body remains still and motionless. Deep Sleep, body recharge begins. 3 Breathing begins to be rhythmatic. Deepest sleep, least response to outside world. Full body recharge occurs. 4 Limited to no muscle activity 10 THINGS TO AVOID BEFORE BED Experiencing difficulty sleeping, or falling asleep? This simple list of things to avoid before going to sleep, can benefit you into getting the sleep you and your body deserve. Distractable activities, such as TV & Electronic use Loud noises. Keep your room quiet, dark, col, and comfortable. Taking afternoon naps after 3pm. Caffine, nicotine, alcohol, and other stimulants, Eating large, heavy meals. Vigorous exercise. Multiple sleep schedules, Drinking too much liquid, Using bright lights. Uncomfortable, and unfitting mattresses. HOW MANY HOURS DO YOU NEED? po0000000000000.00000000000000000000000000000000. The amount of sleep you need is determined mainly on your age. Over the years of your life, your body demands a certain amount of sleep. Here's an idea of how much sleep your age group needs on a nightly basis: Infants: 14 to 15 hours Toddlers: 12 to 14 hours Children: 10 to 11 hours Adults: 7 to 8 hours Elderly: 7 to 9 hours CONCLUSION 0000.000000.0000. While sleeping, we pass through five stages as our bodies and minds drift towards unconciousness to recharge and rest for the next day. the stages are from the 1st stage being the lightest to the 5th being the deepest, with different body and brain activity happening at each stage. All age groups typically have their own hours of sleep needed each night, but all five stages are needed in order for us to get a good nights rest. Sleep is a major component to the health of your body and mind. Stay healthy, get the sleep you deserve! you have learned, AMERISLEEP AMERISLEEP.COM | 1-800-500-4233 SOURCES http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypnogram http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/sleep-hygiene http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/excessive-sleepiness-10/sleep-101 http://www.everydayhealth.com/sleep/101/how-much-sleep-do-you-need.aspx http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Sleep_Hypnogram.svg http://healthysleep.med.harvard.edu/healthy/getting/overcoming/tips

Sleep, are you getting enough?

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