Insomnia Presents Dangers to Health
Most people who suffer from insomnia or have chronic sleep disruption know it is a problem namely because of the lack of energy and focus during the following day. What many people don’t know is that insomnia can also have serious health consequences.
There are several ongoing studies being done to link insomnia with obesity. A Yale School of Medicine study has shown a definite relationship between the proper amount of sleep and obesity. The study has identified the link is in the hypocretin/orexin cells in the hypothalamus area of the brain. This region of the brain is sensitive to stress which can contribute to insomnia and related metabolic disorders – leading to obesity. Further studies also show that the onset of perimenopause or early menopause can cause insomnia which may be a contributor to the obesity rates in post menopausal women.
A recent Canadian study published in the journal Sleep is showing that insomnia sufferers have an elevated nighttime blood pressure which can cause cardiac problems over time. During normal sleep the person’s blood pressure should drop as they are resting. In the body of a person suffering from insomnia, the heart doesn’t have the same opportunity to rest resulting in the possibility of hypertension.
Then there are the risks associated with sleep deprivation as relates to accidents. More than 50% of American adults, 110 million licensed drivers, admit to driving while drowsy at least once in the past year! It is said that accidents due to lack of sleep outweigh those caused by drunk driving! People who are otherwise very responsible and would never drive while drinking, would drive while sleepy!
Further, sleep loss is a huge burden on the U.S. economy and is estimated to cost $15 billion each year in increased health care costs, automobile and workplace accidents and diminished job performance.
It is really vital to pay more attention to sleep habits and recognize the importance of a good night’s sleep. Job performance, emotional stability and health issues are all at risk when one skimps on sleep. To help you learn more about sleep and insomnia I wish to share a book that has helped me immensely. It explains the dynamics of sleep and then provides a guide to techniques you can begin to use to improve the quality of your sleep.
It is truly remarkable how quickly your sleep will improve by making changes to your lifestyle and the way you think about sleep. Visit www.cureinsomniafast.com to find out more.
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