We all know that getting a good night’s sleep is important, but many of us don’t realize just how important it is for the heart. According to new research, the consistency of our sleep habits may be more important for our heart health than the amount of sleep we get. So, if you’re not getting the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep each night, try to ensure your sleep schedule is as regular as possible. Your heart will thank you!
According to research, more than 80% of cardiovascular events, including abnormal heart rhythms, coronary artery disease, and heart attacks, are preventable with easy, healthy lifestyle changes. One of the most important lifestyle factors for heart health is sleep. The American Heart Association has recently unveiled its top 8 lifestyle changes that can help to keep the heart healthy. These include nicotine exposure, physical activity, diet, weight, blood glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, and sleep.
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Poor sleep can affect the heart indirectly because when we’re tired, it tends to influence our food and exercise choices. Not sleeping well often leads to increased food cravings and gravitation to less heart-healthy foods high in saturated fat and sugar. People who do not get enough sleep have also been found to be at a higher risk of developing high blood pressure, which can increase the risk of developing heart disease.
The main problem with a lack of sleep is that it can promote inflammation. Inflammatory cells are needed to protect the body from illness, but too many of them can result in chronic inflammation and eventually lead to heart disease. Research shows that even relatively mild sleep problems can cause inflammation in the endothelial cells that line the veins, contributing to cardiovascular disease development.
While most research warns of the risks of too little sleep, too much sleep can also cause health problems, although these reasons are still undetermined. However, some researchers believe that excess sleep itself is not harmful, but people who sleep more than nine hours per night are more at risk for depression or other illnesses that impact the heart.
According to some of the newest studies, heart health is best with consistent sleep. In one study that followed older adults, those with the most irregular sleep schedules were nearly twice as likely to develop heart disease as those with more regular sleep patterns.
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It is not yet clear why a regular sleep schedule positively affects the heart, but sleep inconsistency may disturb the body’s circadian rhythms. Cardiovascular functions such as heart rate and blood pressure may vary with the time of day and could become disrupted by inconsistent sleep.
Sleep and Heart Health
Sleep Sure Plus is designed to help promote optimal sleep and restfulness through various ingredients. One of the most important ingredients included in this unique formula is melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone essential for regulating the circadian rhythm (the body’s internal clock). Sleep Sure Plus also contains valerian, one of the best natural ingredients for promoting rest and relaxation. These two essential ingredients are joined by another 6, which all work together to provide a better quality of sleep.
Heart Rescue was designed to help support and promote cardiovascular health using a variety of ingredients, including omega-3 fatty acids, CoQ10. The omega-3 fatty acids play an important role in cardiovascular function, while CoQ10 is involved in energy production at the cellular level. These two heart superstars are supported by 5 other ingredients that can help to promote and support cardiovascular function as you age. This formula’s health benefits can help strengthen the heart muscle, support circulation, and help reduce the risk of heart disease,
Sarah began her interest in nutritional healing at an early age. After going through health problems and becoming frustrated with the conventional ways doctors wanted to treat her illness (which were not working), she took it upon herself to find alternative treatments. This led her to revolutionize her own diet to help her get healthier and tackle her health problems. She began treating her illness by living a more balanced lifestyle through healthy food choices, exercise and other alternative medicine such as meditation. This total positive lifestyle change led her to earn a diploma in Nutritional Therapy from Health Sciences Academy in London, England. Today, Sarah enjoys helping others by teaching healthy lifestyle changes through her personal consultations and with her regular contributions to the Doctors Health Press. Also, passionate about following her dreams in life, Sarah moved to France and lived in Paris for over 5 years where she earned a certification in beadwork and embroidery from Lesage (an atelier owned by Chanel). She then went on to be a familiar face sitting front row and reporting from Paris Fashion Week. Sarah continues to practice some of the cultural ways of life she learned while in Europe. They enjoy their food, and take the time to relax and enjoy many of life’s little moments. These are life lessons she is glad to have brought back home with her.
