FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER it’s possible to get an accurate look at how your genetic makeup affects your sleep. About a third of the variation in sleep patterns between individuals is due to genetics. Scientists deciphering the DNA behind these differences have found more than a dozen genes that affect our optimal sleeping and waking hours. They’re also learning which genes influence how long we sleep, how long it takes to fall asleep, and how well we sleep.
USE YOUR DNA INSIGHTS TO GET THE REST YOU NEED
When you know your inborn sleep patterns, you can synchronize your schedule to sleep and wake at the optimal times for you.
MAKE EVERY DAY MORE PRODUCTIVE
Each of us is unique. The more you know about your sleep biology, the better you can tailor your activities to the times of day when your energy is highest.
STOP FIGHTING THE CLOCK AND RELAX
It’s easy to feel grumpy when you’re out of synch with your innate schedule. Align with your sleep biology and life gets better.
SEE HOW SMALL CHANGES MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE
Go to bed later, eat something different, or try a new workout. Then see how the changes affect your sleep patterns.