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Why is sleep so important for your health?

Vida Family Medicine

While nutrition and physical activity are certainly important for overall health, they are only one part of the big picture. Unsurprisingly, the states with the worst sleep habits mirror the states with the highest rates of diabetes and heart disease. This is why long term use of sleep aids is not recommended and can be harmful.