how long and how much should I sleep?
90142
til the age 18 you are suposto get 9 hours of sleep  it should be at night bed time should 10 pm and you should wake at seven...no booze tobacco caffine drugs before sleep or you wont get the best sleep you can\n\nwhen you wake in the morings open the blids and  let in light natural light...this leads to better days overtime...even at first really
665698
Totally individual and different..\nAlthough there are some standard recommendations, deviating doesn't mean it's bad.\nI know a lot of people who only sleep 4-5 hours and don't have any problem while others are unbearably grouchy if they only had 8..\nIf you can rejuvenate on 15 minutes naps, you surely need less during the night..
619909
1, max 8hrs sleep no longer. min 6 i would say. we do need our sleep and i suppose it also depends on the lifestyle of the individual. waking up between 5 and eight is acceptable but again subject to your life style. I wouldn't expect you to wake up in 2/3 hours now!\n\n2, there are web sites telling you how much you should eat, im not qualified enough to recomend though. Generally though a healthy diet will mean you small amounts frequently and cover all food groups. Try and keep things less toxic by avoiding processed foods and those unnecessarily containing loads of E's, soya is bad for men apparantly, and hydrogenated fats and also any other gobaldy gook that you dont understand in ingredients. Of course it ok in small amounts as preservatives.\n\n3, Generally start your day with a high carb cereal with a portion of fruit snack then protien/card meal snack another small meal. you should not eat after 7pm and make your last meal containg less heavy carbs.\n\nDrink loads of water. basically two glasses after a meal and lesurly in between as and if you need/want it. I only ever drink water nowadays, no other drink is better (apart from a yoghurt drink i have with my indian meals- mix 1 part plain natural yoghurt to approx 4-5 parts water).\n\n4, 30 mins of cardio is sufficient. it could be walking to/from work doing house work/chores basically somthing that gets your heart beating fast.\n\n5, as much as you want! but saying that i just saw a prog a few hours ago on ch5 in UK about sex addicts. dont let sex run your life otherwise it will ruin it. of course its a different matter if your job invovles it but apply the same principles out side of it if thats the case.\n\n6, ok i think i know what you mean here. routine everyday jobs are essential you cant get out it otherwise you become disorganised in other aspects in life as well. make these jobs enjoyable-listen to music use as one of your once a day cardio excercises if its hard working.\n\n(if you mean you have a boring job stick at it but keep looking for opportunities and something will meet you half way if you put the effort in to look for it. working is afterall essential for survival in a society. the alt is give up worldy goods and head east to india (asetics have nothing and yet have so much fun- a lot smoke green as well! or go to some budhist monestory)\n\nFinaly plan and look forward to going on vacations. I like to aim to go to places i've never been. however somtimes i just feel like going back to places where ive been before cus its good and i enjoy it there.
889820
Too much of anything is not good, even sleep.  Too much sleep will make you lethargic and can slow down your reflexes.  Just enough sleep (8 hours /day) would be ideal.
918779
I get about 6 hours on an average night.  I am a light sleeper and I tend to wake up and not be able to fall asleep again.  At my best I get 8-9.  I am a young adult.
1116997
First of all, 10 hours a day is a bit much in the first place.  Average human beings require 8-9 hours per night, and many health professionals warn against less than 7, so I would NOT recommend you sleeping just 6!  However, many, many people sleep 6 hours or even less, despite the dangerous health problems they risk, so it depends on your motives: what could possibly warrant starving yourself of sleep?
92029
Sleep, most important -do not compromise on a good 8 hour undisturbed sleep cycle.\n\nOther than that eat well and perform regular, not rigorous, exercises.
922226
Eight hours of a restful night and 10 hours in the bed if you wake up one to two times in the middle of the night............The sounder you sleep the less slept you need................Even six is good if you have a peaceful nights sleep.........................
687781
The guidelines on how much sleep people need are just that - guidelines. They are not one-size fits all, and different people need different amounts of sleep. If you are in good health and don't feel tired, then consider yourself lucky to need so little sleep. I seem to need around 8-10 hrs, which is a total drag and dosen't fit into my schedule at all - I wish I had your "problem" :).
102194
For most adults, yes.  I think a lot of people sleep too much, either because they are avoiding life, or because they are wearing themselves out in the daytime.  Did you know, by the way, that if you nap in short segments, you need less total sleep time?  Try taking a nap soon after dinner, for an hour or two, and then stay up until you are really sleepy.  Even if you have to get up to an alarm clock in the wee small hours of the morning, you will probably be more refreshed than if you went to bed approximately 7 to 8 hours before the alarm is due to go off.\n\nRemember, too, that wake/sleep cycles are as individual as everything else about human beings.  We can learn something from the ways of others, but ultimately we must each find what makes us feel the best.  Life is an experiment, and you are your own guinea pig.
291656
everybody is different. I found out that some people can get by with 6 hours while others need 10 (average 8.) I'm in the 10 hour range, so I have to sleep around 10-10:30.
130424
Heavens no.  Everyone has different needs as to sleep.  Some people function wonderfully on 4 - 6 hours.  Others can't feel their best without 8 - 10.  You will learn what your body requires to feel completely rested as you go - it will change as you get older.
170509
A typical adult will need an average of 8 hours of sleep to remain healthy. Some may be ok with 6-7 hours, some may need 9-10 hours. Most people will be between 7-9 hours. You should, as a practice of good sleep hygiene, go to bed and wake up at the same time daily. The body's circadian rhythm is naturally set to sleep at night, not only by the effects of sunlight (internal clock in near the optic chiasm an area in which the optic nerves of the eyes cross), but also by the varying core temperature of the body. The core body temp drops during the afternoon, which is why most people get a little tired after lunch and some cultures actually observe naps during that time. Then the core body temp starts plummeting after 7PM and hits the lowest around 3AM which is when you will be the most tired naturally, even if you are a night worker (which is why many shift workers suffer poor sleep). People who "claim" that 4 hours is enough for them are kidding themselves, the body simply can't recoup in that short of time and many people sleeping that little actually have a sleep disorder that keeps them from getting good sleep. Lack of good sleep and sleep deprivation can lead to a host of very bad things health wise up to and including death. Feel free to look over my previous sleep related question for the full dose of sleep disorders, diagnosis, and treatments. \n\nPersonally, I like about 7 1/2 hours of sleep; I go to bed between 9:30 and 11:00 most nights and wake up between 5:30AM and 8AM depending on weekday vs weekend.\n\nSleep tight ;)
899029
if you go sleep at 9 pm, and wake up at 6 am, you are getting 9 hours of sleep, which is plenty. If you are still feeling tired, think about why. Are you eating healthy food? enough iron? enough excercise?
227465
You're gonna have a lot of problem functioning normally if you don't sleep at least 6 hours a day. Your body needs to rest otherwise you'll be more prone to sickness. Also, people who don't sleep normally tend to be more irritable and their brains don't function properly. You'll be able to maximise your days if you sleep well. :) Take a long bath, relax, listen to some soothing music, and snooze away...
208248
8 hours. how long did YOU sleep for the day?
455675
It sounds like you might not be getting quality sleep...see below....\n\nAccording to a poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, adults in America average 6.9 hours of sleep each night, which is slightly less than the recommended range of 7-9 hours. Sleeping gives the mind and body an opportunity to work. During sleep, the body does repair work by replacing old cells with new ones and re-energizing the organs and muscles. Also during sleep the brain is busy sorting through all the events of the day and storing the day’s learning into memory. \n\nThe quality and quantity of the sleep you get will determine how productive the next day will be. Here are some tips to help you get the sleep you need and deserve.\n\nEstablish and maintain a regular bed and wake time schedule, including weekends. \nDevelop a regular bedtime routine that is relaxing. Examples include soaking a hot bath or reading a good book. \nCreate a sleep inviting environment that is dark, quiet, comfortable, and cool. \nMake sure you have a comfortable mattress and pillows. \nUse your bedroom only for sleeping and relaxing. It is not wise to take work materials and computers into your sleeping environment. \nEat the last meal of your day at least two to three hours before bedtime. \nComplete your exercise routines at least a few hours before bedtime. \nAvoid caffeine close to bedtime as it may keep you awake. \nThe amount of sleep each person requires varies from individual to individual. When you get the right amount of sleep, you should not feel sleepy the next day. If sleepiness is creating problems in daily activities, you probably need more sleep. \n\nAccording to the National Sleep Foundation, the amount of sleep recommended, according to age, is as follows:\n\nInfants/Babies (including naps) \n0-2 months: 10.5-18.5 hours \n2-12 months: 14-15 hours \nToddlers/Children (including naps) 12-18 months: 13-15 hours \n18 months to 3 years: 12-14 hours \n3-5 years: 11-13 hours \n5-12 years: 9-11 hours \nAdolescents 8.5 -9.5 hours \nAdults/Older Persons On Average 7-9 hours \nSleep is as important to our health and well-being as air, food, and water. You may need to seek to advise of your doctor, if problems getting quality sleep last for more than a week and become bothersome or if sleepiness interferes with the way you feel or function during the day. \n\nDon’t deprive yourself of the precious sleep your body needs to stay healthy. Remember, when you get the right amount of quality sleep, you’ll wake up feeling fresh, alert, and ready to face your day.\n\nSource: The National Sleep Institute