Why Is Healthy Sleep Important?

Healthy sleep is important for overall health. During sleep, your brain strengthens memories and processes emotions. Doctors also recommend a good amount of quality sleep. Adults should have 7 hours of proper sleep, while children aged 5 to 12 need 9 to 10 hours of sleep. Sleep loss can impact your health, leading to heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, obesity and depression.