Michael Langston

Problem solving ability is vastly enhanced by sleep since the mind is more efficient after a good night’s sleep, but problems may also be mysteriously and miraculously solved while sleeping as well. Unfortunately, many people today don’t get enough sleep.

Sleep is a biological necessity for humans and for all other animal species as well. It serves a crucial purpose in maintaining the health of both the brain and the body. Sleep must be prioritized along with diet and exercise in order to optimize health.

Lower levels of testosterone in both men and women and lowered libido and sexual performance can be caused by a lack of good quality sleep. This is only one of many other detrimental effects on our health that often arise from not getting adequate sleep.

It’s wise to follow and obey nature as much as possible in all areas related to our health, sleep included. We humans evolved as a diurnal species and are meant to sleep at night for quite a long period of time, about 8 hours, which appears to be optimal.

Every aspect of health and well-being, both mental and physical, is degraded by getting insufficient sleep, which unfortunately is what many people today are now getting. Conversely, when we get enough sleep, our health and longevity are greatly enhanced.