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What is 'recovery from stress'?
Stress can put a lot of strain on your body, leading to increased heart rate and blood pressure. When you get enough sleep, especially restorative sleep, your body can reduce the levels of stress hormones. This allows your cardiovascular system to relax and recover, helping to bring your blood pressure down and promoting overall well-being, as Dr Nawon Lee highlighted.
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