from our upcoming book Our Secret Book of Benefits
Our body repairs itself in sleep.
Every waste generated today, every damage caused today, every new thing that needs to be done inside and every repair necessary, happens tonight during sleep.
Whatever you read, see, listen and do today - it's memory formation happens only if you sleep well today.
Sleep cleanses our body of physical, emotional, psychological wastes.
That’s why, sleep is always followed by waste removal through feces, urine, eyes, nose, throat, ear etc. And we feel most lively after sleep.
Every person who has any disease will heal only when he gets plenty of sleep.
Don’t ask me how much sleep you need. Just sleep when you are sleepy. Take some days off from work regularly and sleep. Maintain sleep routine and sleep hygiene. Correcting diet and lifestyle automatically corrects sleep. All my customers start getting better sleep within 1 month of making changes lifestyle improvements!
Here are some diseases that are caused/increased/triggered by sleep deprivation. I can dig out hundreds of more studies, but that’s not necessary. I don’t want to lose my sleep on this!
1. ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
2. INCREASED PAIN SENSITIVITY
3. SEIZURES / EPILEPSY / FITS
4. BURNOUT
5. GUT MICROBIOTA DYSBIOSIS
6. EMOTIONAL EATING
7. SOCIAL MEDIA BINGE
8. FATIGUE
9. LOWERED INTELLIGENCE / COGNITIVE ABILITY
10. MENTAL DISEASES
11. INFLAMMATION
12. BIRTH & DEVELOPMENTAL DEFECTS IN NEWBORNS
13. ACCIDENTS
14. MIGRAINE
15. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
16. DELAYED WOUND HEALING
17. OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA
18. OBESITY / OVEREATING
19. PSYCHOSIS
20. HEART DYSFUNCTION
21. METABOLIC DISEASES
22. BLOOD BRAIN BARRIER DAMAGE
23. RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS
24. SNORING
25. LUPUS
26. PROSTATE CANCER
27. DEPRESSION
28. DIABETES
29. HYPERACTIVITY
30. STROKE
31. INFERTILITY
32. IMPOTENCE
33. KIDNEY DISEASES
34. GERD
35. MONETARY RISK TAKING / GAMBLING
36. SOCIAL STRESS
37. MOOD SWINGS
38. ATHEROSCLEROSIS
39. UVEITIS
40. MEMORY LOSS
41. ADDICTIONS / SMOKING / ALCOHOL ABUSE / DRUG USE
42. PARKINSON'S DISEASE
43. NEUROLOGICAL DISEASES / STROKE
44. CANCER
45. ASTHMA
46. NIGHTMARES
47. OSTEOPOROSIS
48. REPRODUCTIVE DISEASES
49. CONFUSION
50. LAZYNESS
51. HAIRLOSS
52. BLINDNESS
53. AGEING
54. EMOTIONAL DISORDERS
55. HYPERTENSION
56. THYROID DISEASES
57. LOWERED IMMUNITY
58. CONSTIPATION
59. DEPRESSION
60. FATTY LIVER
& SO ON....
Sleep is your superpower. A person gets chronic diseases only after sleep deprivation. Suicide is always preceded by sleep deprivation.
Sleep is absolutely crucial for our overall health and well-being. Here's a breakdown of its importance:
Physical Health:
Boosts Immunity: Sleep strengthens our immune system, helping you fight off infections and diseases.
Regulates Hormones: Sleep helps regulate hormones like cortisol (stress hormone) and growth hormone. Imbalances in these hormones can lead to various health problems.
Maintains Heart Health: Consistent quality sleep lowers blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Aids in Weight Management: Sleep deprivation disrupts hormones that control appetite, leading to increased cravings and weight gain.
Reduces Injury Risk: When you're tired, your reaction time and coordination are slower, increasing the risk of accidents.
Mental Health:
Improves Mood: Sleep deprivation significantly worsen mood, increasing irritability, anxiety, and even depression.
Enhances Cognitive Function: Sleep is essential for memory consolidation, learning, and focus.
Increases Creativity: During sleep, our brain makes connections that lead to creative breakthroughs.
Other Benefits:
Improved Quality of Life: Sufficient sleep leads to increased energy levels, better mood, and a greater sense of overall well-being.
Better Relationships: When you're well-rested, you're more patient and better able to handle stress, leading to improved relationships.
How Much Sleep Do You Need?
The recommended amount of sleep varies by age, but most adults need 7-9 hours per night.
Tips for Better Sleep:
Consistent Sleep Schedule: Go to bed and wake up around the same time each day, even on weekends.
Relaxing Bedtime Routine: Wind down an hour or two before bed with a warm bath, reading, or light stretching.
Create a Sleep-Conducive Environment: Make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet, and cool.
Avoid Screens Before Bed: The blue light emitted from electronic devices can interfere with sleep. If you must use screens - use a blue light filter.
Limit Caffeine and Alcohol: Avoid these substances, especially in the evening.
Regular Exercise: Physical activity improve sleep quality, but avoid intense workouts close to bedtime.
If you're consistently struggling with sleep, consider consulting a healthcare professional or a sleep specialist. They can help you identify any underlying sleep disorders and recommend appropriate treatments.
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