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More REM sleep linked to lower risk of 83 diseases

A large study tracking more than 95,000 people suggests that how you sleep may be linked to your risk of developing dozens of diseases.

  • Increased REM sleep linked to lower risk of 83 diseases
  • Less than 5 hours of total sleep associated with higher disease risk
  • Optimal sleep duration: 6-8 hours for health maintenance

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