Random Sleep Facts

    42 facts tagged with Sleep Facts

    "Dysania" is the state of finding it hard getting up out of bed in the morning.
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    Cows can sleep standing up, but they can only dream lying down.
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    Blue light fends off drowsiness in the middle of the night, which could be useful to people who work at night.
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    Some people have a "natural alarm clock" allowing them to wake up when they want. This is actually caused by a burst of the stress hormone adrenocorticotropin.
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    You burn more calories sleeping than you do watching television.
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    Cats and sleep
    Cats and sleep
    On average, cats sleep for 2/3 of their life. This would mean that a 9 year old cat has been asleep for 6 years.
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    Napping After Learning
    Napping After Learning
    Taking a nap after learning something can help your retention of it.
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    There's a love mattress that is specifically designed for couples who sleep on each other's arms.
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