Question 1

keep good health and how much exercise and sleep is necessary for a 63 yr old?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: your nutrition is very important. Eat grass fed beef (once a week), free range chicken, a variety of vegetables and fruits.  Exercise: 30 minutes a day for 5-6 days a week, resistance training (lifting weights) 2-3 times a week for 30 min to maintain muscle mass. Sleep: you need to get 7-8 hours per night! Studies show increased diabetes, high BP, obesity and heart disease with less than 6 hrs.

Question 2

how come i sleep so much?

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Need more info: I might suggest seeing a physician or sleep specialist for an evaluation.

Question 3

is there a such thing as to much sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep : Too much sleep can make you more tired. It can also lead to increased illness. For example inactivity can lead to obesity and shorten ones life span over time.

Question 4

why i sleep too much?

Accepted Answer

Excess night night : Medical conditions such as low thyroid can cause excessive somnolence in an 18 year old. Others are possible as well. Depression is not an uncommon cause.

Question 5

how much sleep do i need?

Accepted Answer

8-10 hrs: however, very often easier said than done. I advise no TV or music at least 2 hours before bedtime, avoiding stimulants, aromatherapy, massage and yes..."warm milk" still works. Power napping during the daytime can help make up for any shortfall during the day.

Question 6

how much sleep should i get?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: At least 7-8 hrs every night.

Question 7

how much can a sleep study cost?

Accepted Answer

Price Can Vary: The fees charged for any type of study including sleep studies can vary significantly.  Sleep clinics will usually charge more for non-insured patients as healthcare plans negotiate the fee in advance.  If you have insurance contact you agent and see if they have a contracted rate.  Call any local sleep clinics to find out their rates.  Check with county or state programs if without insurance.

Question 8

is it possible to sleep too much?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: We are all built differently but most people require 8 hrs of sleep. Rarely can adults sleep longer on consecutive days. Some people sleep longer because their brains require this and this may be the sign of a new problem if the requirement for sleep is new and nothing else has changed. Narcolepsy is a good example. If you are now sleeping longer than 9-10hrs, you may want to talk with your doctor.

Question 9

how much sleep do teenagers need?

Accepted Answer

No less than 9: The growing teen is faced with many choices but needs to take care of his/her sleep if they are to function well. While growing, no less than 9 hours of sleep/24hrs is needed. After their linear growth has stopped, they can sometimes get by on 8. Some will need more based on sports participation or heavy study. Events like sleep walking and sleep talking are evidence they're sleep deprived.

Question 10

does too much sleep make one fat?

Accepted Answer

No: Quite the opposite, there are good studies to suggest that people who get adequate amounts of healthy sleep are actually more prone to less obesity.

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