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We know our bodies need sleep, but have you ever considered just how important adequate sleep really is? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that most adults get between seven and nine hours each night.
Here's why: Sufficient sleep helps preserve your memory, can boost your mood, and may even aid in healthy weight loss. It can also benefit your heart.
Here’s what you should know about the link between sleep and heart health.
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