Welcome to the 2nd edition of all things sleep

Did you know
Sleep can have an impact on the immune system. Insufficient sleep impacts our immune function and increases the risk of infection. During sleep, the body produces cytokines–hormones that help build immunity and combat infections. These cytokines build a shield around the body to reduce the risk of getting sick. A study has shown that runners who sleep seven or more hours per night are less susceptible to illness and therefore can train consistently.

Top Tip #2

Reduce your screen time…

Research shows that using screens within an hour of going to bed can disrupt circadian rhythms. Therefore why not try turning that phone off or leaving it in another room when you head to bed and taking a yoga class, take up meditation, or read a book instead to help improve your quality of sleep.

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Pop back next Wednesday for top tip #3

Happy sleeping

The Welfare Team!