Seven Hours of Sleep Is Ideal for Most Adults, Study Finds

The new study, published in Nature Aging, shows that among people ages 38 to 73, getting seven hours of sleep each night provides the most benefit for cognitive and mental health. It's best for those sleeping patterns to remain consistent, too—meaning getting seven hours of sleep once in a while won't cut it for brain health. 

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