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Tuesday, September 6, 2016

SLEEPtember

Health Benefits of Sleep
from the Office of Medical Services

Use this infographic to remind yourself and your colleagues of four big health benefits of getting enough high-quality sleep.




The brain uses a quarter of the body's entire energy supply, yet only accounts for about two percent of the body's mass. So how does this unique organ receive and, perhaps more importantly, rid itself of vital nutrients? New research suggests it has to do with sleep. 
Jeff Lliff, a neuroscientist explores the unique functions of the brain.

Watch his Ted Talk:  One more reason to get a good night’s sleep

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