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Scientists discovered that ancient jellyfish and sea anemones repair DNA damage while they sleep, pushing the origins of sleep back over 600 million years. The finding suggests sleep evolved not for dreams or memories, but as essential cellular maintenance.
Scientists discovered that jellyfish and sea anemones sleep about eight hours daily, proving sleep existed before brains evolved. The breakthrough reveals why all animals need rest: to repair damaged DNA in their cells.
Scientists discovered that just 10 minutes of intense exercise triggers powerful biological changes that protect against cancer. The breakthrough research shows how short bursts of activity boost DNA repair and fight inflammation.