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Want to Slow Your Biological Aging? Sleeping 6.4 to 7.8 Hours a Night May Help
Published June 14, 20261 min read
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Share on Pinterest Recent research has found an association between sleep duration and biological aging. Image Credit: ArtistGNDphotography/Getty Images A recent study found that too little or too much sleep may speed aging in the brain and other organs. The study used aging clocks to examine associations between sleep and various mental health and medical conditions. The researchers also found a direct link between sleep and late-life depression. Sleep is an important aspect of overall health and emotional well-being. The amount and quality of sleep you get can affect your body in various ways. The study showed a relationship between sleep and chronic diseases. This suggests that a connection exists beyond brain influence. “Maintaining a consistent wake time is particularly important for stabilizing circadian rhythm . Adherence to good sleep hygiene — especially during the evening wind-down period — is also essential,” he said.
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