Study: Poor Sleep Comes With a Big Price

Among senior citizens, poor sleep – think multiple interruptions per night – may raise the risk of stroke by as much as 27 percent, according to a new Canadian study of 315 adults. The thing is, that's just the latest entry into an enormous body of research that's shown insomnia can increase the risk of stroke, Alzheimer's disease, depression, heart failure, and chronic pain. If your sleep is unsatisfactory, it's a big problem. Don't just put up with it – start making these changes.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Study: Poor Sleep Comes With a Big Price Among senior citizens, poor sleep – think multiple interruptions per night –  may raise the risk of stroke by as much as 27 percent, according to a new Canadian study of 315 adults. The thing is, that’s just the latest entry into an enormous body of research that’s shown insomnia can increase the risk of stroke, Alzheimer's disease, depression, heart failure, and chronic pain. If your sleep is unsatisfactory, it’s a big problem. Don’t just put up with it – start making these changes. Nicholas English Content Manager of About.com Health 10 Things That Are Bound to Mess Up Your Sleep READ NOW 14 Natural Ways to Get a Better Night's Sleep    READ NOW The Ultimate Guide to Sleeping Better Tonight    READ NOW Your 30-Day Plan for a Rock Solid Sleep Habit READ NOW Trending Now • Science Decides On the Worst Bodybuilding Supplements • The Right Way to Stretch Those Right Hamstrings • 7 Inspiring Quotes That Will Boost Your Yoga Habit • Do Babies Really Need Probiotics? • 5 Medical Treatments That Were Total Fails • Rusty Pipe Syndrome – the Breastfeeding Problem You've Never Heard Of • What Men Over 50 Should Know About Sex Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.