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Like eating nutritious foods, drinking water, and exercising, getting enough sleep is a crucial part of healthy living. A good night's rest leaves you feeling refreshed, recharged, and ready to tackle the day. For some, catching zzz's is as easy as curling up in a hammock or turning the lights out, but for others, the inability to fall or stay asleep is a source of frustration. Health Canada studies show that one in four Canadians has a sleeping disorder. Although there's no official conclusion on the importance of sleep, studies suggest that it restores mental energy, clears the brain of short-term thoughts, and allows muscle tissue to rebuilt and restore.

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First published in Chatelaine.com's April 2004 issue
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