The Shocking Truth About Sleep - How It Affects Your Health & Life | Podcast | EP7 Prashant Desai

The Science of Sleep: Why You Need It More Than You Think In today’s fast-paced world, sleep deprivation is often seen as a badge of honor. But did you know that sleeping just 1-2 hours less each night can shorten your lifespan by 3-5 years? Sleep isn’t just rest—it’s the foundation of your physical health, brain function, and emotional well-being. In this episode, we break down: ✅ How sleep has changed over time – from pre-Edison days to today’s screen-filled world ✅ The science behind sleep cycles: NREM vs. REM ✅ How sleep impacts obesity, heart health, diabetes, and even productivity ✅ The shocking link between sleep and Alzheimer’s, depression, and cancer Plus, we’ll share science-backed sleep hacks to help you improve sleep quality instantly. 💡 What’s one sleep myth you’ve believed for years? Drop it in the comments—I’m reading them all! 📌 Subscribe now for more science-backed health insights! 🚀 • • • Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:53 - Why Sleep Matters 03:49 - Phases of Sleep 07:58 - Types of Sleep 16:44 - When We Sleep 20:30 - Sleep Cycles for Different People 23:46 - Health Impacts of Sleep 37:58 - Signs of Good Sleep 43:54 - Better Sleep Tips 54:47 - Power of Napping 1:03:36 - Sleep & Business 1:13:22 - End • • • Watch The Other Videos On My Channel: https://prashantdesai.openinapp.co/yo... • • • Order 'The Biography of a Failed Venture' (in English) here: https://amzn.in/d/c6sKxBo • • • To Know More, Follow Prashant Desai On: Instagram:   / itsprashantdesai   LinkedIn:   / itsprashantdesai   Twitter: https://x.com/prashantdesaipd/ • • • #prashantdesai #health #healthy #prashantdesaipodcast #podcast #healthtips #sleep