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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

The reason you may feel tired even after eight hours of sleep

Drinking coffee daily may lead to shallow sleeping, according to a new study which warns that caffeine can weaken brain activity linked to recovery and rejuvenation.

A growing body of research shows that the quality of sleep matters more than the duration, especially for the brain. Studies also reveal that slow brain waves are a key component of “deep sleep”, the phase responsible for physical rejuvenation and proper cognitive function. Caffeine, the new study suggests, may negatively affect deep sleep.

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