Is "concentrated sleep" possible; and if it is, is it healthy (and how to do it)?

Question:

I heard something called "concentrated sleep". Is this possible? I mean; for example 4 or 6 hours of a daily sleep, which allows as healthy and vital daily routine and mental&physical condition as a result of a 'normal' 7-8 hours of sleep. I'll be glad, if someone tells me the possibility, how to do it.

Answers:
Here are some things that can help you get a better nights sleep.

1. Limit daily intake of caffeine especially after 6 pm.

2. Try to avoid watching TV and hour before bed, if your mind is too stimulated it can keep you awake.

3. Drink enough water during the day, preferably half your body weight in ounces. Water is a metabolism regulator, if yours is stable you will sleep better.

4. Try to exercise 3-5 times a week, when you sleep your body rebuilds itself, so exercising will allow the body to make you tired by emitting chemicals that allow you to get more restful sleep.

5. Try to relax about an hour before bed, limit stimulation to your brain, meditate, read relaxing material, listen to soothing music.

6. One of the best natural treatments for sleep deprivation is lavender extract. Some people dont like it but you put a few drops on your pillow and you will be out like a light.

Regardless of your other issues you have going, some which you may have little control over such as stress, these are small things you can control that can help you sleep better.

Check out the source, there are 29 Secrets to a Good Night's Sleep in the source.

http://www.jtfit.com/sleep-better

Other Answers:
"Concentrated sleep" is not currently possible given our state of scientific knowledge. There are various experiments under way to decrease the amount of time that we need to sleep each night through chemical supplements or magnetic stimulation to certain parts of the brain, but these are still under development.
Source(s):
http://jscms.jrn.columbia.edu/cns/2006-04-04/white-conquersleep

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