The Sleep-Longevity Connection : A Short Guide

by Sahil Sharma

The Science Is Sleep Adds Years to Your LifeRecent studies have drawn a direct line between quality sleep and lifespan extension. Research from the Harvard Medical School and the National Institute on Aging suggests that poor sleep increases the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer’s, metabolic disorders, and even early death. In fact, a 2023 study published in The Lancet found that consistently getting less than six hours of sleep per night could shorten your lifespan by up to six years.

On the flip side, people who prioritise high-quality sleep tend to live longer, have better cognitive function, and maintain youthful vitality well into old age. Ever heard of the Blue Zones—the regions where people regularly live past 100? One common thread among them? They sleep well—deeply and consistently.

37 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 1, 2025

About the author

Born and brought up in New Delhi, India, Sahil has moved his waters to Canada as well. He has been continuously exploring his creative side since his childhood. His journey includes being a drummer in a band and playing other musical instruments, broadcaster in Vancouver, Canada and also, creative activities like producing radio and television commercials, writing poetry and acting in plays.

Sahil, a Hospitality & MBA graduate is the author of the book "Please Step Forward. You Are About To Change!" written in 2012.

It doesn’t end here. He kicked off his media based Social Enterprise called Close Look Productions in Canada with a well renowned broadcaster and friend, Simmy Cheema. Within four months of its inception, Close Look won its first award for “Innovative Initiative” at the prestigious Cultural Diversity Awards in 2011. Other than that, he has been involved in professions, such as restaurant management and business training.