Anup Chouhan's Key Ideas from Why We Sleep
by Matthew Walker

Sleep has two main stages:

• REM (Rapid Eye Movement, when you dream) 
• NREM (Non-Rapid Eye Movement, deep sleep).

Both are important for memory and learning.

When you sleep, your brain processes and stores information, making it easier to remember things and solve problems.

Good sleep lowers the risk of serious health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.

• Not getting enough sleep can make you feel anxious, sad, or stressed. It even affects your physical health, increasing the risk of serious illnesses.
• Skipping sleep could be one of the biggest health mistakes you make. To understand more about why this is, check out my post on Why Skipping Sleep Could Be Your Biggest Health Mistake.
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Melatonin is a natural hormone that helps your body know when it’s time to sleep. It increases when it gets dark.

Caffeine keeps you awake by blocking sleep signals in your brain. Alcohol makes you sleepy but disrupts deep sleep.

People who sleep 7-9 hours a night live healthier and longer lives.

• Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day.
• Keep your bedroom dark, cool, and quiet.
• Avoid screens and big meals before bed.
• Exercise regularly, but not too close to bedtime.

Quality sleep helps improve focus, creativity, and emotional balance. It’s a key factor in maintaining mental wellness.

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