SLEEP
How does it affect us?
It’s recommended that adults get between 7-9
hours of sleep a night.
Everyone dreams even if
you don’t remember them
and on average someone
can have 3-5 dreams
per night
When you’re unable to move or
speak temporarily when falling
asleep or waking up it’s called
Sleep Paralysis and can
sometimes cause vivid
hallucinations
Lack of sleep can cause
weight gain. It increases
appetite and cravings for
foods high in calories and
affects the hormones that
regulate hunger.
Why does sleep matter?
- sleep is fundamental to maintaining heart health,blood pressure regulation and supporting the immune system.
- Getting enough sleep helps to reduce the risk of conditions such as anxiety and depression, helps to manage stress and improve mood.
- helps to improve memory, decision making and learning abilities.
Tips for improving sleep
Maintain a good nighttime routine
Going to sleep and waking up at the same time helps with the body’s circadian rhythm(our internal bodyclock)
Limit screen time
The blue light emitted from electronic devices makes it harder to fall asleep and can suppress melatonin production. Melatonin is a hormone that helps with sleep regulation.
Create a relaxing environment
Make sure the room is quiet and dark and kept at a cooler temperature.
