The Benefits of Sleep & Why Good Sleep Is Essential
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The Benefits of Sleep & Why Good Sleep Is Essential

Sleep is so important because whilst we’re asleep, the body is working to support healthy brain function and physical health. In children and teens, sleep supports growth and development, whilst in adults, sleep helps prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Sleep plays a huge role in learning and neuroplasticity, immune health, hormonal balance, as well as cognitive performance, exercise recovery, blood pressure, appetite and cardiovascular health. [6] Sleep deprivation and disrupted sleep can quickly cause all of these aspects (plus many more) to deteriorate quickly. 
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Biohacking Series Part 3: Biohacking Your Cortisol For Less Stress, More Energy & Better Sleep
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Biohacking Series Part 3: Biohacking Your Cortisol For Less Stress, More Energy & Better Sleep

Cortisol is known as the ‘stress hormone’, and is released when we perceive a threat. Chronic stress however, can lead to high cortisol levels, resulting in high blood pressure, sleep issues, food cravings, weight gain, and disrupted hormones. Low cortisol levels caused by burnout are also a serious issue. In this blog, you’ll learn how to biohack your cortisol, balance your circadian rhythms, reduce stress, and build your resilience with the use of adaptogens, breathwork, nutrition and more.

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