Scientists Who Found ‘Sweet Spot’ For Ideal Amount Of Sleep Say Eight Hours May Actually Be Too Much

Scientists Who Found ‘Sweet Spot’ For Ideal Amount Of Sleep Say Eight Hours May Actually Be Too Much

Source: BroBible

Summary

A new study published in the scientific journal Nature suggests that the ideal amount of sleep is not eight hours, but rather between 6.4 and 7.8 hours. The study, which analyzed data from approximately 500,000 volunteers, found that people who slept within this range had better-functioning immune systems, healthier brains, and hearts. The study’s lead author, Dr. Junhao Wen, notes that individual sleep needs may vary, but having some guidance can be helpful.


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The habit gets a new name.

Sleep hacking is so last season. Now, it’s all about finding your “sweet spot” – 6.4 to 7.8 hours of sleep. Because, you know, eight hours is so basic. The latest study says that sleeping within this range will give you a better immune system, brain, and heart. But let’s be real, who needs sleep when you have caffeine?

Scientists say that individual sleep needs may vary, but who doesn’t love a good guideline? Now, go ahead and set that alarm clock to 6.4 hours – your body will thank you.

The sleep industrial complex has spoken: eight hours is so last century.


Author: Evan Null