World sleep awareness month: Why is sleep so important?
3 years, 9 months ago

World sleep awareness month: Why is sleep so important?

India TV News  

Sleep is an important part of our daily routine -- we spend about one-third of our lives sleeping. Whereas sleep deficiency on the other hand alters neuro-cognitive process, and we may experience symptoms such as irritability, poor decision making, low problem-solving skills, depression, loss of memory, among others. Thus, this world sleep awareness month, let's take a pledge to relook at our sleep schedules, maintain a healthy circadian rhythm and also increase conversations around the need for a healthy sleep hygiene as we cannot achieve optimal health without taking care of our sleep. Barriers to a good sleep cycle may include a hectic lifestyle, long erratic working hours, and sleep disorders. The cumulative effects of a long period of sleep loss and sleep disorders have been linked to deleterious health consequences, including an impact on our cognitive functions, cardio-metabolic diseases, obesity, impaired immunity, etc.

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We're Sleep Doctors. Here Are The 2 Things We'd Never Ignore When It Comes To Sleep.
2 months, 2 weeks ago

We're Sleep Doctors. Here Are The 2 Things We'd Never Ignore When It Comes To Sleep.

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Skimping on sleep is a dangerous habit that can put you at risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, dementia and more. “Sleep apnea is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by difficulty breathing during sleep,” said Katie McCullar, a postdoctoral fellow in the neurology department at Massachusetts General Hospital. A common nighttime symptom of sleep apnea is …

Sleeptember 2024: What is period insomnia all about and why is it the new wellness buzzword
3 months ago

Sleeptember 2024: What is period insomnia all about and why is it the new wellness buzzword

Hindustan Times  

Awareness around menstruation and its various symptoms is still surprisingly low. “Period insomnia refers to difficulty falling or staying asleep that occurs during a woman’s menstrual cycle in the days leading up to or during menstruation,” explains Dr Gandhali Deorukhkar, consultant obstetrics and gynecology, Wockhardt Hospitals, adding, “This form of insomnia is often linked to hormonal fluctuations that occur during …

World Sleep Day 2024: How to know if you're not sleeping enough
9 months, 1 week ago

World Sleep Day 2024: How to know if you're not sleeping enough

India Today  

Today, March 15, marks World Sleep Day! Mood Changes: Not getting enough sleep can make you irritable, moody, and more prone to stress, anxiety, or even depression. Not getting enough sleep can make you irritable, moody, and more prone to stress, anxiety, or even depression. Physical Problems: Sleep deprivation can manifest in headaches, weakened immunity, increased appetite and weight gain, …

World Sleep Day 2024: Debunking 5 myths about a good night sleep
9 months, 1 week ago

World Sleep Day 2024: Debunking 5 myths about a good night sleep

India TV News  

World Sleep Day is a global call to action to emphasise the importance of healthy sleep. This World Sleep Day, let's debunk 5 common myths and shed light on the realities of achieving restful sleep. However, exposure to artificial light, especially blue or white light, can disrupt the body's natural production of melatonin, making it harder to fall asleep and …

Over 50 million Indians suffer from obstructive sleep disorder: Experts
1 year, 5 months ago

Over 50 million Indians suffer from obstructive sleep disorder: Experts

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Medical experts have estimated that more than 50 million people in India are suffering from sleep apnea and said that the figures could be higher in undiagnosed cases. Dr. Srinivas Kishore Sistla, director AIG Hospitals and organising chairman, IASSACON 2023, said, “Many people complain about waking up tired and fatigued every day. This could be a sign of obstructive …

What is sleep apnea? Sleeping disorder suffered by Joe Biden that has sparked new health concerns
1 year, 5 months ago

What is sleep apnea? Sleeping disorder suffered by Joe Biden that has sparked new health concerns

Daily Mail  

President Joe Biden caused another public stir this week concerning his health when he appeared with lines on his face characteristic of a CPAP mask. The older a person is, the more severe the effects of sleep apnea may be, as research indicates that the condition drastically increases risks associated with age-related cardiovascular changes like higher risk of heart attack. …

Do You Snore or Have Disturbed Sleep? Study Suggests You Might Have This Condition
1 year, 7 months ago

Do You Snore or Have Disturbed Sleep? Study Suggests You Might Have This Condition

News 18  

Many people have a habit of snoring in their sleep. A study, published in ERJ Open Research, suggests that around one in five people may experience obstructive sleep apnea. The focus of the questionnaire is on obesity, high blood pressure, and the two symptoms of OSA that occur most frequently- heavy snoring and severe daytime sleepiness. However, a limitation of …

World Sleep Day 2023: Tips to Fight Sleep Deprivation This World Sleep Day
1 year, 9 months ago

World Sleep Day 2023: Tips to Fight Sleep Deprivation This World Sleep Day

News 18  

As we celebrate World Sleep Day, it is imperative that we recognize the sleep issue that plagues India. Dr Binita Priyambada, Lead-Integrative Medicine, Even Healthcare says, “Sleep deprivation can be due to two causes: difficulty in sleeping- also called insomnia or voluntarily sleeping fewer hours than one should sleep due to lifestyle choices. Studies have shown that sleeping less than …

From Stress to Lack of Physical Activity, Possible Reasons For Insomnia
2 years, 5 months ago

From Stress to Lack of Physical Activity, Possible Reasons For Insomnia

News 18  

Insomnia is the inability to fall asleep. According to healthline.com, these are the reasons leading to this problem: Stress: Stress can be one of the reasons why some people suffer from the problem of insomnia. Stressful life events like the death of a loved one, divorce and other similar events can also lead to insomnia. Illness: Certain grave medical conditions …

How Indians can better their sleep
2 years, 8 months ago

How Indians can better their sleep

Live Mint  

As a response to World Sleep Day last month, sleep brand ResMed did a survey about sleep habits and their impact on the well-being of respondents across the regions of Asia and Latin America, including India. The research revealed that of the 5004 Indian respondents surveyed suffered from insufficient sleep or poor sleep quality, with only 21% of total respondents …

‘Obstructive sleep apnea can impact quality of life’
2 years, 8 months ago

‘Obstructive sleep apnea can impact quality of life’

The Hindu  

The obstructive sleep apnea was a neglected condition that could impact the health of individuals and their quality of life. Ajit Mullasari, director of Cardiology, MMM, where a Sleep Lab was established six months ago, said patients with pre-existing cardiac problems could face heart attack and even sudden cardiac death becase of OSA. Treatment included lifestyle modifications, weight reduction and …

Among Indian Adults, 55% Have Trouble Sleeping 3 Nights A Week
2 years, 9 months ago

Among Indian Adults, 55% Have Trouble Sleeping 3 Nights A Week

News 18  

ResMed released the results of its ResMed Asia and Latin America Sleep Health Survey, which looked at overall sleep habits and their impact on respondents’ well-being across the region. In India, 81 percent agreed that poor sleeping habits can have a negative impact on one’s quality of life and that getting enough sleep is critical for maintaining one’s immunity; 53 …

Common sleep disorder combos may be fatal: Study
3 years ago

Common sleep disorder combos may be fatal: Study

Hindustan Times  

A study has found that people suffering from both insomnia and obstructive sleep apnoea are more likely to suffer from heart problems and are almost 50 per cent more likely to die than those without either condition. "Insomnia and obstructive sleep apnoea are the two most common sleep disorders, affecting 10 to 30 per cent of the population, but people …

A need for lifestyle change: How poor sleep can result in Type 2 diabetes
3 years, 2 months ago

A need for lifestyle change: How poor sleep can result in Type 2 diabetes

Firstpost  

Prolong obstructive sleep apnea has been associated with conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, as well as cardiovascular diseases, and obesity. Obstructive Sleep Apnea - also known as OSA - is a sleep breathing disorder that is characterised by a recurrent upper airway collapse during sleep that hampers a good night’s sleep. A consensus paper by Research Society for the …

World Sleep Day: How not sleeping enough hampers your health
3 years, 9 months ago

World Sleep Day: How not sleeping enough hampers your health

Live Mint  

It’s been a year since the pandemic-induced lockdown and work from home put our daily schedules into disarray. But sleep deprivation affects different aspects of our lives,” says Dr Sibasish Dey, head, medical affairs, Asia and Latin America, ResMed—a digital health and connected sleep and respiratory care devices provider. A study published a few years ago established that many Indians …

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