Mayo Clinic Guide to Better Sleep

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If there's one thing over a century of sleep science has established, it's that sleep deserves to be a priority. We hear much about the importance of exercise for our long-term well-being, and how diet and health are inextricably linked. Sleep, however, is typically an afterthought. As many as 70 million U.S. adults are being deprived of the restful sleep their bodies require for good health and optimal performance. Whether you are desperately seeking a solution to your sleep woes or are simply curious if there's more that you can do to improve your sleep and, ultimately, your health, this book has the answers. Inside you'll find information on: Healthy lifestyle habits to improve sleep. The importance of your body's internal clock and how to keep it in sync. How sleep changes with age. Effective therapies to treat insomnia. The risks and benefits of sleep medicines. Improved and