Expert debunks five common sleep myths

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30 May 2024 at 11:00 am

Enter Dan Fabian, Sleep Health Expert from Ten PM (https://tenpm.co/), who has set the record straight on five common misconceptions. MYTH 1: Your body gets used to a lack of sleep. FACT: A lack of sleep takes a toll on both your mind and body. "While you might soldier through a few nights of poor sleep, your body pays the price," Dan explains. "The impacts extend beyond mere drowsiness, affecting metabolism, immune function, cardiovascular health, hormone regulation, and mental well-being.

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