A Genetic Mutation Explains Why Some People Only Need 4 to 6 Hours of Sleep

What Are Natural Short Sleepers?

Inverse.com reports on some fascinating work being done at UC San Francisco. Turns out those that get by seamlessly with less sleep have a a mutation in a specific gene that others do not. No word yet on how much caffeine they consume or what role yawning plays in their daily activities.

Living among snoozers and night owls are people known as “natural short sleepers.” These individuals have a lifelong tendency to sleep only four to six hours a night but still feel rested. Meanwhile, the average adult is typically recommended to sleep for seven hours or more. According to a […]

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