Good sleep secrets for WINTER

Here's how much shut-eye you really need now the nights are drawing in – and how best to get it

- WORDS: ROSE GOODMAN

Having enough night-time rest is important for more than just stifling those mid-afternoon yawns. 'Getting a good night's sleep is associated with a reduced risk of many serious health issues, including heart disease, stroke, obesity, type 2 diabetes and dementia,' says sleep expert Dr Lindsay Browning*. So, as we approach those gloomy, shorter days, does this mean we ought to be spending more time in bed? Here, our experts reveal how long you should be snoozing this winter, and how to stop the changing seasons from wreaking havoc on your health and vitality.

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