Physical health specialist Marcio Atalla said guidelines on the minimum hours of sleep required for different age groups during a broadcast on Jovem Pan News.

Establishing a baseline for sleep is critical because inadequate rest affects cognitive function and long-term physical health. Understanding these requirements helps the public optimize their daily routines for better wellness.

Atalla said the amount of sleep necessary to maintain health. He said that the amount of rest a person needs is not universal, as it varies significantly based on the individual's age.

For adults, the recommended minimum is seven to eight hours of sleep per night [2]. This window is considered essential for the body to recover and for the brain to process information effectively.

Sleep requirements are much higher for the youngest populations. Newborns, for example, require approximately 14 hours of sleep per day [1]. This high volume of rest supports the rapid development and growth occurring in early infancy.

Atalla said these insights guide the audience on how to prioritize sleep as a pillar of health. By adhering to these age-specific benchmarks, individuals can better manage their physical and mental well-being.

“Adults need seven to eight hours of sleep per night”

These guidelines emphasize the biological necessity of sleep across the human lifespan. By highlighting the disparity between newborn and adult needs, the advice underscores that sleep is a dynamic physiological requirement rather than a static number, suggesting that health interventions must be tailored to a person's specific developmental stage.