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American Sleep Research Institute
The Importance
of Sleep
When you sleep,
your ear, shoulder,
hip, and ankle
should all be aligned

  benefits of sleep for the body      improved respiration      immune system      spinal column      Predicted lifespan

While a person sleeps, the body is rejuvenated. Cells are repaired, the immune system is strengthened and mental functions are sharpened.

Immune system activity occurs in the first few hours of sleep. Keep your body clock and immune system functioning properly by going to sleep and rising at the same times every day.