What if we told you that your sleeping habit affects your overall wellness? Yes! It sure does.
Sleep disorders and chronic sleep loss can put you at risk for: heart disease, heart attack, heart failure, Irregular heartbeats, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes. They can Increases aging, kill sex drive and increases risk of death.
Few advantages of a good sleep include;
Enhanced concentration, improved heart function and improved immune system function. In summary, good sleep plays a key role in the regulation of our central nervous system, improves antibodies and improves mental wellbeing.
*Treatment*
Sleep disorders can be treated medically and also through lifestyle changes. The use of sleeping pills, other medications to treat underlying conditions, eating good diet, maintaining a healthy weight etc., are ways to get treated.
If it takes you more than 30 minutes to fall asleep after you get into bed, then these are few tips that could help:
- a) *Consistency:* Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning, including on the weekends. A to-do list could help.
- b) *Suitable sleep environment:* Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, relaxing, and at a comfortable temperature.
- c) *Set gadgets apart:* Remove electronic devices, such as TVs, computers, and smart phones, from the bedroom.
- d) *Watch your meals:* Avoid large meals, caffeine, alcohol or its products before bedtime.
- e) *Minimal exercise:* Being physically active during the day can help you fall asleep more easily at night.
