Poor Sleep can increase susceptibility to colds

People who sleep an average of fewer than seven hours a night are three times as likely to get sick as those who averaged at least eight hours of sleep.

Studies have shown that sleep boots our immune system and poor sleep makes us more susceptible to catching colds and other infections.

Sleep actually helps our body to produce greater levels of white blood cells which are important in fighting diseases.
Sleep also helps our body to recharge and repair itself. It is also helps the body to fight mental and physical stress.
Other than getting a H1N1 and the usual flu vaccines, you should ensure that you average at least eight hours of sleep every night if you do not want to catch the cold bugs.

Don’t just stock up on Vitamin C and Echinaccea, heed the age-old advice and catch up on your sleep if you want to stay healthy.