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Do you really need 8 hours of sleep? | Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter

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The Science of Sleep: Myths and Realities

This chapter examines the scientific underpinnings behind sleep duration and quality, questioning the traditional belief of needing eight hours of sleep. It also discusses the challenges of insomnia, its development, and the body's efforts to cope with sleep deprivation.

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