What is the optimal duration of sleep? This question causes much debate.
Some people think that six hours is enough.
Others are sure of the following: you can only get enough sleep if you sleep for 10 hours straight.
The following options for the correct daily duration of sleep are often mentioned: 7 hours, 8 hours, 9 hours. They are close to the truth.
But if you need a precise duration of night rest, then the optimal option would be the following “average” option: 7 hours 40 minutes.
And we are talking about uninterrupted sleep.
If a person follows this rule, then he will most likely always get enough sleep.
What happens if you sleep too little
If the duration of sleep is about 5 hours and this situation continues for weeks, then nothing good will happen to the person.
Health problems may arise. Excess weight may appear. In addition, memory will deteriorate, irritability and inattention will make themselves known.
By the way, prolonged sleep can also lead to undesirable consequences.
Earlier we explained why you shouldn't set your alarm in the morning.
