During holidays, some people go out to meet friends while others get on a plane to travel far. However some people prefer to stay home and relax; catching up on some sleep 😴 to relieve what is called "sleep debt".
Is it really good to "catch up on sleep" after a busy week? In fact, it is best for people to maintain 6-8 hours of sleep every day. An American study pointed out that when you sleep for less than 6 hours or more than 8 hours, you may suffer from memory loss and the overall brain function will decline. Research has shown that when subjects woke up after a long break on weekends, they were not particularly energetic and instead felt more tired🫠. The "sleep debt" accumulated over a long period of time cannot be repaid all at once by getting a lot of sleep on weekends or holidays. It is actually preferred and more healthier if you can maintain a consistent 6-8 hour sleep time every day.
Does catching up on sleep during holidays really work🧐?
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