HEALTH & WELLNESS
S P E C I AL S E C T I O N
• Keep electronics out or off. Electronics produce a blue
light that sends a signal to your brain to stop the release
of melatonin, making it harder to fall asleep. On top of
wanting to text with friends or check social media, children
and teens will give any excuse to stay awake. Electronic
devices are best left in the dark at bedtime.
BAD HAIR DAYS?
SLEEP YOUR WAY TO A HEALTHIER YOU
By now, you’ve most likely heard the news on the numerous
benefits of sleep on overall health. From improving brain
function to assisting in weight loss, getting the recommended
hours of sleep fit for your age is essential to staying healthy. The
message is loud and clear to adults, who still fight sleep to watch
late-night television or finish one more chapter of a good book.
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