How to survive on 4 hours of sleep this festive season, according to a sleep scientist (and recover quickly afterwards so you can go again)

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How to survive on 4 hours of sleep this festive season, according to a sleep scientist (and recover quickly afterwards so you can go again)

By Miranda Larbi

4 months ago

7 min read

With diaries full until Twixmas, you might already be feeling the effects of back-to-back late nights. The question is: how little sleep can we really get away with, and what’s the best way to recover when you do finally have a night in? Here, a sleep scientist walks us through the ramifications of multiple late nights, shares the truth about ‘catching up’ on sleep and shares her top tips for recovering like a pro. Think of this as your crib sheet for the next four weeks. 


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