In Rest Those Weary Bones

As the scientific evidence behind the restorative power of sleep continues to build, new research has indicated that shift workers and people with chronic insomnia can find even their bone health suffers as a consequence of poor sleep.

According to the University of Colorado, it takes just three weeks of broken nights for bone strength to weaken, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

However, the good news is that by establishing regular sleep patterns, you can make up any loss and maximise the benefits of great sleep, not just for your bones, but also by reducing your risk of heart attacks, depression and obesity.