On average, humans sleep for about one-third of their life. This amount of time allows the body to rest and regenerate itself to prepare for the activities to be done upon waking. More than the number of hours we sleep, good quality sleep is essential for people to be able to stay healthy and maintain regular body function.
Sleep, along with balanced diet and regular exercise, is one of the pillars of good health.
On average, humans sleep for about one-third of their life. This amount of time allows the body to rest and regenerate itself to prepare for the activities to be done upon waking. More than the number of hours we sleep, good quality sleep is essential for people to be able to stay healthy and maintain regular body function.
With the fast-paced lifestyle of most people and the daily activities we have, most people would delay sleeping. For some, the shortened cycle is coupled with poor quality sleep which affects a person’s over-all health.
The following are common health concerns related to poor quality sleep:
To help prevent chronic sleep deprivation and the wide variety of health conditions it comes with, it is best to have a healthy bedtime routine. Here are nine proven tips that can help you achieve better sleep:
If despite adhering to these tips you still experience poor quality sleep, you may need to be screened for sleep disorders and be treated to help you get the best possible sleep.
The Medical City’s Center for Snoring and Sleep Disorders provides services such as polysomnography, a sleep study that identifies different sleep stages. With the help of sleep specialists, measurements are interpreted and a diagnosis is made. Appropriate treatment will also be provided with the help of doctors specializing in Sleep Medicine.
For inquiries, you may contact the Center for Snoring and Sleep Disorders at 8-988-1000/8-988-7000 ext. 6236.
References:
National Institute of Health
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/patient-caregiver-education/Understanding-sleep
WebMD
https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/understanding-sleep-problems-basics
https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/10-results-sleep-loss#1
World Sleep Society
https://worldsleepday.org/10-commandments-of-sleep-hygiene-for-adults
Sleep Health Foundation
https://www.sleephealthfoundation.org.au/pdfs/CaffeineAlcohol-0713.pdf
The Medical City Section of Sleep Medicine