TweetSleep is a very important component of living a healthy life. If you are not getting enough sleep, it can cause health problems as well as fatigue. While listening to NPR today, I leanred that most Americans do not get enough sleep, and out of those individuals, many suffer from sleep disorders which cause restlessness and sleeplessness. Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder in which you literally stop breathing while you sleep. Those with sleep apnea snore, which can cause your bed partner to also lose sleep. If left untreated, sleep apnea can cause major health complications. Insomnia and narcolepsy are two other types of sleep disorders. If you are often tired throughout the day or wake up tired, you are probably not getting enough sleep. Most adults need eight hours of continuous sleep, although it varies depending on activity. To promote healthy sleeping, remove your television from your ...