What Happens to Your Body After Just One Week of Better Sleep

A good night’s sleep might sound like a luxury. But what if just one week of better sleep could actually change how you feel?

“The benefits of better sleep can kick in faster than you might think,” says Christina Abavana, MD a sleep medicine specialist with Hartford HealthCare’s Ayer Neuroscience Institute and Tallwood Men’s Health. “Even a few nights of consistent, high-quality rest can help your brain, mood and overall health.” Here are seven changes you might notice in just one week.