'Sleep as important as food and exercise'

A good night's sleep on a comfortable mattress is just as important as healthy eating and exercise, according to one expert.

Dr Rishi Raj, writing on Lubbock Online, said sleep is essential for both our physical and psychological wellbeing.

Some studies have shown that as well as irritability, tiredness and lack of concentration, sleep deprivation can cause weight gain and obesity due to hormonal changes in the body.

In addition, there is also a higher risk of diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, recent data has revealed.

Dr Raj says that sleepiness is a common problem for the general population and staying in bed for two or more extra hours at the weekend can leave you sleep deprived during the week.

According to the Sleep Council there are four R's to remember to get a good sleep: regularity, routine, restful bedroom and the right bed.

In a survey conducted by SleepLikeTheDead.com, 79 per cent of people asked said that a Tempur mattress was comfortable to sleep on.

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