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Are we getting enough sleep?

202011 minPGnews

Daniel Garrahan tests innovative sleep solutions for better sleep quality in the UK.

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Channel: Financial Times

Are we getting enough sleep?

2020• 11 minPG

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Daniel Garrahan tests innovative sleep solutions for better sleep quality in the UK.

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A third of people in the UK get less than the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep each night, according to the National Sleep Foundation. In this video, Daniel Garrahan tests various innovative sleep solutions, including ostrich pillows, nap pods, wearable devices, and sleep robots. These products aim to improve sleep quality and help individuals meet the national sleep recommendations. Viewers can read more about these solutions and their effectiveness in the context of modern sleep challenges.

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