Fragmented Sleep Linked to Atherosclerosis and Inflammation

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By Dr. Mercola

The importance of good sleep — sleep that is not fragmented, disturbed or insufficient — is recognized as a cornerstone of wellbeing by almost all health professionals. Scientific studies have shown that fragmented sleep causes chronic inflammation and can contribute to mental health and neurological disorders such as major depression and Alzheimer’s disease, a Berkeley News release said.1

Lack of sleep also affects your immune system by decreasing protective cytokines, according to Mayo Clinic.2

Fragmented sleep is associated with atherosclerosis,3 a buildup of fatty plaque in the arteries often called “clogged” or “hardened” arteries that can result in fatal …read more

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