Another Reason to Get Enough Sleep
A new study shows that getting at least seven hours of sleep every night can maximize the cancer prevention benefits in active women.
Women between the ages of 18 and 65 who slept at least seven hours per night in addition to getting an hour per day of moderate exercise were 47% less likely to have cancer compared to women who averaged less sleep at the same activity level.
Lack of sleep has been linked to diabetes, stroke, heart disease and depression. It’s rare that one singular action would prevent all disease. A combination of many healthy lifestyle habits results in a much better chance of maintaining good health. Physical activity, a diet consisting of natural foods, and proper stress management are other factors that have a strong influence on one’s health.
Add all of these lifestyle choices to a good night’s sleep and you’ve given your body a fighting chance against modern disease.
