Topic > In fact we spend a third of our lives doing it. So I asked myself: why do we sleep? And I've discovered that sleep is very good for us. In fact, if we do not receive the doctor's recommendation of eight hours of sleep a day, this can have negative effects on our body and mind. Most of us experience difficulty sleeping a few nights a week. We are no strangers to tossing and turning in bed trying to sleep. Sleep loss can trigger a number of health problems such as increased blood pressure, weight gain, low immune system and much more. Sleep can affect your mental health, hormones, immune system, and can keep you safe and alert during the day. I myself always make sure to get a good night's sleep if I have an important task the next day. Sleep helps boost brain function and emotional well-being. When you sleep, your brain puts more energy into the memory process through a process known as memory consolidation. Studies show that individuals who slept after learning a new task performed better on tests than those who did not. Children and teenagers who don't get a full night's sleep are more likely to encounter problems when it comes to socializing with their peers. They may feel impulsive and angry, feel sad, have mood swings, lack motivation, or feel depressed. Someone who hasn't had enough time to sleep will find that their mind works more slowly and they can't find the right words to describe what they're experiencing. they're trying to say. They will also experience a loss of memory and concentration, due to the change in brain activity patterns. If you are tired, your brain will work harder and achieve fewer results. (Underwood)...... half of the paper......icsystem then has to eliminate the waste itself. The cleansing of the brain is carried out by cerebrospinal fluids. Cerebrospinal fluids eliminate waste directly in the liver. Your brain cleans twice as fast when you sleep. (Maggs) Bottom line, sleep improves your mental and emotional well-being. So the answer to the question: why do we sleep? This is how our body can regenerate itself. Sleep can help shape your body, so you can fit into those old jeans again. Sleep will put you in the right mindset for productivity and help you stay alert and confident throughout your busy day. Sleep will also help you fight off illness, so you won't have to worry so much about a common cold. And if you go too long without sleep, you will die. Never doubt the benefits of a good night's sleep.