While the necessity of adequate sleep is well understood and widely promoted, the lesser-discussed issue of oversleeping is increasingly drawing attention from health professionals and researchers. Defined as routinely sleeping more than nine hours a night, oversleeping may seem like a harmless indulgence or even a positive health choice. However, growing scientific evidence suggests that excessive sleep can carry significant health risks and may even signal deeper medical problems.

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