Are You Sleep Deprived? This is how it can affect you!

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What is Sleep Deprivation?

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1. May affect cognitive health

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2. May reduce immunity

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3. May affect digestion

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4. May increase obesity risk

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5. May cause insulin resistance

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6. Skin Ageing

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7. May affect heart health

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