Desai Dev, Momin Aryan, Hirpara Priya, Jha Hemali, Thaker Ravi, Patel Jitendra
Internal Medicine, Smt. Nathiba Hargovandas Lakhmichand Municipal Medical College, Ahmedabad, IND.
Internal Medicine, Gujarat Medical Education and Research Society Medical College, Vadnagar, IND.
Cureus. 2024 Jun 3;16(6):e61568. doi: 10.7759/cureus.61568. eCollection 2024 Jun.
Sleep is essential for every living organism. Humans spend about one-third of their lives sleeping. Sleep has been studied extensively, and the role of sleep in psychological, mental, and physical well-being is established to be the best. The rhythm of the brain between wakefulness and sleep is called the circadian rhythm, which is mainly controlled by melatonin and the pineal gland. The imbalance of this rhythm can lead to devastating effects on health. Vigorous workouts close to bedtime can interfere with falling asleep. Meal timing and composition can significantly affect sleep quality. It is advised to avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime. Heavy meals close to bedtime can lead to poor sleep and hormone disruption. By following these guidelines enumerated in the article, individuals can improve sleep quality and overall health. Sleep cycles, especially rapid eye movement sleep, have a profound influence on mental and physical health. Adhering to recommended sleep practices enhances bodily restoration, fortifies the immune system, and upholds metabolic equilibrium. Sleep hygiene aligned with circadian rhythms is crucial for disease prevention and well-being. Healthcare professionals should prioritize sleep optimization strategies for patient care and public health.
睡眠对每个生物体都至关重要。人类一生中有大约三分之一的时间在睡眠。睡眠已得到广泛研究,并且睡眠在心理、精神和身体健康方面的作用已被确认为是最好的。大脑在清醒和睡眠之间的节律称为昼夜节律,主要由褪黑素和松果体控制。这种节律的失衡会对健康造成毁灭性影响。接近就寝时间进行剧烈运动可能会干扰入睡。用餐时间和食物构成会显著影响睡眠质量。建议在睡前避免大餐、咖啡因和酒精。接近就寝时间吃大餐会导致睡眠不佳和激素紊乱。通过遵循本文列举的这些指导原则,个人可以改善睡眠质量和整体健康。睡眠周期,尤其是快速眼动睡眠,对心理和身体健康有深远影响。坚持推荐的睡眠习惯可增强身体恢复能力、强化免疫系统并维持代谢平衡。与昼夜节律一致的睡眠卫生对疾病预防和健康至关重要。医疗保健专业人员应将优化睡眠策略作为患者护理和公共卫生的优先事项。