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Sleep is not only important for energy levels, but it is also important for heart health. Sleep gives your body time to heal and recharge after an active day. So, if sleep is not guaranteed, it can lead to serious health problems which can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
1. What health status does sleep affect?
Getting enough sleep is not only important for energy levels, but it's also important for your heart health. Sleep helps the body repair itself and return to normal functioning during the day. Most adults need at least 7 hours of sleep each night. However, some people claim that they don't get the recommended amount of sleep. While this can settle down in a day or two, not getting enough sleep over time can lead to serious health problems including heart attack, asthma and depression. Some of these health problems increase the risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Health problems caused by sleep deprivation include:High blood pressure : During sleep, a person's blood pressure will drop. Not being able to sleep and having sleep problems can make your blood pressure higher for a long time. High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of heart disease and stroke. Type 2 diabetes: Diabetes is a disease that causes sugar to build up in your blood, a condition that can damage blood vessels. Some studies show that getting enough sleep can help people improve blood sugar control. Obesity: Lack of sleep can lead to uncontrolled weight gain. This is especially true for subjects that need more sleep than adults, such as children and adolescents. Not getting enough sleep can affect the part of the brain that controls hunger.
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2. Can not sleep increase cardiovascular risk?
Sleep problems, especially not sleeping for days can affect your heart health. Sleep apnea occurs when your airways become blocked repeatedly during sleep, causing you to stop breathing for a short period of time. Sleep apnea can be caused by a number of health problems, such as obesity and heart failure. Sleep apnea affects the amount of oxygen the body receives during sleep and increases the risk of many heart health problems including high blood pressure, heart attack, and even stroke. Sleep apnea is more common in blacks, Hispanics, and Native Americans than in whites.
Insomnia is a condition in which it is difficult to fall asleep, to fall asleep, or to sleep deeply. 1 in 2 adults has short-term insomnia at some point, and 1 in 10 may have long-term insomnia. Insomnia is strongly linked to high blood pressure and heart disease. Over time, inadequate sleep can also lead to unhealthy habits that can hurt your heart health, including higher stress levels, less motivation to work, and more. physical activity and unhealthy food choices.
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3. What to do to have better sleep?
If you can't sleep for many days, in addition to figuring out why you can't sleep, there are some measures that can improve sleep and prevent the risk of heart disease including:
Be compliant Follow a regular sleep schedule by going to bed at the same time every night and waking up at the same time every morning, even on weekends or holidays. Get enough natural light, especially early morning light. Try an early morning or afternoon walk. Get enough physical activity during the day. Try to kick your exercise routine within a few hours of bedtime, which can make it more difficult to fall asleep. Limit exposure to artificial light, especially within a few hours of bedtime. If you need to work use blue light filters on electronic devices like your computer or smartphone. Do not eat or drink stimulants within a few hours of bedtime, especially avoid alcohol and foods high in sugar or fat. Always keep your bedroom the right temperature, dark and a quiet space. In a nutshell, sleep isn't just important for your energy levels, it's also important for heart health. Sleep gives your body time to heal and recharge after an active day. So, if sleep is not guaranteed, it can lead to serious health problems which can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. If you do not sleep for many days, go to a medical facility immediately to be evaluated and find the cause as well as consulted with interventions to improve sleep quality.
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References: webmd.com, medicinenet.com, sleepfoundation.org, cdc.gov
