“Sleep is the golden chain that ties health and our bodies together,”-Importance of sleep-more than food”

In light of the tragic passing of Sharat Jois, a renowned yoga master, D.R. Kaarthikeyan reflects on the critical importance of sleep for overall health. Despite being in excellent physical condition, Sharat Jois reportedly overworked himself, sacrificing sleep for his passion, leading to his untimely cardiac arrest. Kaarthikeyan emphasizes that sleep is essential for brain and body restoration, immune function, and emotional well-being. He underscores that insufficient sleep can lead to serious health issues and reduced longevity, sharing his own experience with sleep deprivation during high-stress periods, which contributed to his own health challenges.