The Different Stages of Sleep and How They’re Important

If you wake up most mornings feeling exhausted, there’s a chance you aren’t getting a full 7 to 9 hours of rest each night. When you go to bed, your brain begins to cycle through all the different, important stages of sleep. However, things like a neighbor’s barking dog, having to use the bathroom, or even sleep apnea can all interrupt your slumber and prevent you from feeling refreshed in the morning. Here’s how each stage of the sleep cycle affects you every night, and how something like sleep apnea can influence the quality of your sleep.