Sleep and Health

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The hormone that makes you feel sleepy at night.

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Melatonin

Answer explanation

Melatonin is the hormone released by your brain to make you feel sleepy at night time or awake during the day. It helps to control your sleep patterns.

Front

What does REM stand for?

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Rapid Eye Movement

Answer explanation

REM stands for rapid eye movement. REM sleep is the deepest stage of sleep. Deep sleep is important for feeling rested and staying healthy.

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Which is a benefit of sleep? Options: Reduce stress and improve mood, Lower risk of serious health problems, Improve memory and increase productivity

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All are benefits of sleep

Answer explanation

Benefits of sleep include: Reducing stress and improving mood, lowering risk of serious health problems like diabetes and heart disease, and improving memory and increasing productivity as well as many other health benefits.

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True or False? Enough sleep is just as important for good health as nutrition and exercise.

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True

Answer explanation

True. Enough sleep is just as important for good health as nutrition and exercise.

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What is the recommended amount of sleep for teens ages 13-18 years?

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8-10 hours

Answer explanation

The recommended amount of sleep for ages 13-18 years is 8-10 hours. Too much or too little sleep can have negative impacts on your health.