Indeed people seem to be able to function with very little sleep for prolonged periods of time, albeit not happily. Randy Gardner in 1964 showed that even after 264 hours (eleven days!) of total sleep deprivation he was able to continue to function. With a relatively short period of recovery sleep (about 14 hours) he showed no lasting negative effects. Even longer periods of sleep deprivation have been reported.
1 So to keep your gut happy, eat yogurt as part of your healthy diet. 2  Not only is yogurt packed with vitamins and protein, itâs also a source of lactobacillus, a probiotic (or beneficial type of bacteria) that helps fight off the bad guys and also gives your immune system a boost.
The liver performs so many vital functions, but all this work renders it highly susceptible to disease. Detox Your Liver With These 19 Super Foods. 1. Beets and Carrots: Carrots are rich in Glutathione, a protein that helps detoxify the liver. Both are extremely high in plant-flavonoids and beta-carotene. Eating beets and carrots can help stimulate and improve overall liver function.