Random Sleep Facts

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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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    In China, teachers allow children to sleep in class for around 20 minutes to help improve their learning.
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    Hypnic Jerk
    Hypnic Jerk
    When you wake up with a jolt, it's called a Hypnic Jerk. This usually happens during the lightest stages of sleep, and can happen as a natural reaction when you fall asleep in a car or airplane.
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    Dieters who sleep more take off more fat that those who sleep less.
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    The higher someone’s I.Q. the more likely they are to be sleep deprived.
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    "Dysania" is the state of finding it hard getting up out of bed in the morning.
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    Camping Can Help to Reset Body Clock
    Camping can help to reset your body clock, according to research.
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    Termites work 24 hours per day and they do not sleep.
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