Sleep Fact #1: Sleep Keeps the Immune System Strong
One of the best health habits you can do to keep your immunity strong is to get a good night’s sleep. Getting a solid eight-to nine-hours can strengthen your body. Studies report that during the night, cytokines released help induce fatigue to encourage a better night’s sleep.
Sleep Fact #2: Depression Risk Increases With Irregular Sleep
Sleep is known to help stabilize mood. Too little sleep can make you irritable and feel depleted of energy. A 2021 Michigan State University study published in npj Digital Medicine uncovered that irregular sleep patterns increased depression risk. The study followed young physicians over the course of a year, tracking their sleep and mood data. The study found those with more varied sleep schedules tended to report more depression symptoms. Their mood was lower on a daily basis, too.