Sleep is important for overall health, but many women are struggling to get it enough. Recently, the new report of the Resmed emphasized the strange gender gap, showing that women are more difficult to fall asleep and less quality rest every week compared to men. On average, women receive 3.83 nights of good sleep a week, and men receive 4.13.
According to medical workers, hormonal changes play a major role, especially during menopause.
Dr. Net Jane, Senior Pulmonology Consultant and Sleep Medicine at the PSR hospital, emphasizes that chronic sleep loss can lead to serious health problems. “Poor sleep increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and depression,” she warns.
What we eat at bedtime can affect how well we sleep. D -rs is conducted by Gupto, Chief Director and Chief of Neurology at the Fortis Hospital, advise to avoid sleep products.
“Coffee and chocolate can hold a dream. Ice cream, sweets and other sweet foods increase the level of dopamine, which makes it difficult. Citrus fruits can cause heartburn and indigestion, which further disturb the sleep,” he explains.
It also emphasizes the importance of avoiding mentally stimulating activity at bedtime. “Stop working or planning the next day at least 30 minutes before bedtime. Avoid screens, heavy food and intense exercises. Instead, rest in dimly illuminated, comfortable space.”
For those who fight sleep problems for more than three months, it can be a sign of chronic insomnia. In such cases, medical intervention or cognitive behavioral therapy may be required.
Essential oils can help create a soothing procedure at bedtime. “Lavender, chamomile and bergamot are known to reduce stress and improve sleep. Kedradoura supports serotonin production that helps as a dream,” says Dr. Aksha Budge, senior consultant and head of the respiratory and sleep department at Aakash Healthcare. It recommends distributing these oils or use them with carrier oil at bedtime.
For women who experience serious sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, trouble feet syndrome and umbrella may be guilty. “Women are more prone to these issues, especially after menopause,” adds D -Ragga.
Some may also experience how to go about the turing or night fears. Drugstalia, which causes sudden episodes of sleep and extreme fatigue, requires medical care. If sleep problems continue or affect everyday life, it is important to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Technology can also support the best sleep. White noise applications provide soothing background sounds that help the brain relax, masking the distraction. Popular options include applications such as Mynoise, Zen and Bettersleep. Even other musical applications have play lists for white noise and music meditation.
