Dr. Sudhir Kumar: Sleep Trumps Diet & Exercise for Longevity

• Dr. Sudhir Kumar emphasizes sleep's greater impact on longevity compared to diet, exercise, or social habits.
• A recent SLEEP Advances analysis links consistently sleeping less than seven hours per night to a shorter life expectancy.
• Insufficient sleep increases risks of high blood pressure, inflammation, heart attacks, strokes, and type 2 diabetes.
• Poor sleep negatively affects brain function, memory, decision-making, and is associated with neurodegenerative conditions.
• Dr. Kumar advises 7-9 hours of sleep, reducing screen time, limiting evening caffeine, and seeking medical help for sleep disorders.

Why It Matters: Prioritizing sleep is vital for your longevity and overall health.