People exposed to prolonged periods of shortened sleep have significant increases in blood pressure during
nighttime hours, Mayo Clinic researchers report. During sleep, the immune system releases proteins called
cytokines which helps us deal with stress, fight infections and decrease inflammation in the body.
Long-term lack of sleep can also increase the risk for chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes and heart
disease and affect memory, concentration and feelings of anxiety.
Did you discover any sleep problems during the first week of the Slumber Number challenge? Let’s solve them.
These Wellness at Work health information PDFs include tips to help you improve your sleep:
•The better sleep checklist
• Everyone loves naps
•The workplace benefits of sleep
Another tip: Take your tracker home with you to log your hours when you first wake up, or put your tracker in a
visible spot to remind you to record them when you first arrive!
It’s not too late to join the challenge. Click on the link below for the instructions/tracking form.
Remember this challenge ends on 11/28/15. Be sure to send your completed tracking form to Karen Fortin at GVC.
For more wellness tips, click on the link below for the November edition of Frontline Employee.