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Sleep: Nature's Fountain of Youth
by Darlene Zagata
Sleep is a necessary requirement in maintaining proper health. Without adequate sleep our bodies and minds do not function to the best of their ability. Some people may be able to function on less sleep than others but the fact remains that we all need a certain amount of sleep on a regular basis in order to maintain optimum health.
Lack of sleep does not only affect our physical health, but our mental and emotional health as well. The mind does not function as clearly when sleep is lacking. Short-term memory suffers dramatically from inadequate rest. Our emotional state becomes indifferent as well. When a person does not get adequate sleep, the most patient and relaxed type of person can exhibit symptoms such as impatience and irritability. As you can see, adequate sleep is
necessary for total wellness. Although maintaining health is the! main reason for getting enough sleep it is not the only one. Adequate sleep also is good for the appearance. With the right amount of rest the skin looks healthier and more youthful. Sleep really does make a significant difference right down to the clearness and sparkle in the eyes.
When I get proper sleep and when I am lacking sleep I can see a major change in my appearance. Believe it or not you actually look younger when you are getting proper rest. When getting a proper amount of sleep, the memory improves, the energy increases and skin looks smoother and younger.
Don't take my word for it; if you have been skimping on sleep, try getting more rest and see the difference for yourself. Mother Nature has provided us with her own fountain of youth. It's a beauty secret called sleep. It's free, easy and available to all.
Darlene Zagata is a freelance writer and poet. Her work has appeared in several electronic and print publications. She is a columnist for Child Care Magazine and a staff writer for Ritro.com. She is also the editor of Thought Fragments, a poetry ezine for the new and emerging poet and The Write Way Ezine, a general interest publication. © 2001
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