No fixed bedtime? Study shows it could increase your risk of heart attacks and strokes by 26%, even if you sleep 8 hours
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No fixed bedtime? Study shows it could increase your risk of heart attacks and strokes by 26%, even if you sleep 8 hours

Hindustan Times  

Sleep is the foundation of good health, but in today’s hectic lifestyle, it often takes a backseat. Risks associated with irregular sleep Even if you are getting quality sleep with a good 7-8 hours of sleep, irregular bedtime, going to bed whenever it deems fit is not a good idea. The researchers said, “Our results suggest that sleep regularity may be more relevant than sufficient sleep duration in modulating MACE risk.” Irregular sleep patterns raise cardiovascular risks by 26% Don't scroll in bed. The tracker calculated the Sleep Regularity Index score, with scores of 87 and higher indicating regular sleep patterns and scores lower than 72 indicating irregular sleep patterns. The study also found that those who maintained a regular bedtime were more likely to get the recommended hours of sleep compared to those with irregular sleep patterns.

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Why you need to sort your messed up sleep schedule
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Why you need to sort your messed up sleep schedule

Live Mint  

This article does not intend to make you lose any sleep. The study, titled Sleep Regularity and Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events: A Device-Based Prospective Study in 72,269 UK Adults, found that irregular sleep was strongly associated with higher risk of cardiovascular diseases including stroke and heart attack. “Adequate sleep duration was not sufficient to offset these adverse effects among irregular …

New study reveals health risks of not having a regular bedtime
4 months ago

New study reveals health risks of not having a regular bedtime

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Irregular sleep patterns increase the risk of conditions such as stroke, heart failure and heart …

Lack of regular bedtime increases risk of heart attack and stroke – research
4 months ago

Lack of regular bedtime increases risk of heart attack and stroke – research

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Irregular sleep patterns increase the risk of conditions such as stroke, heart failure and heart …

Can't sleep for 7 hours during weekdays? Study shows sleeping on weekends reduces heart disease risk
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Can't sleep for 7 hours during weekdays? Study shows sleeping on weekends reduces heart disease risk

Hindustan Times  

We all know that getting at least 7 hours of sleep is necessary for a healthy lifestyle. According to a study presented at a recent meeting of the European Society of Cardiology, sleeping in on weekends could reduce your risk of heart disease by 20 per cent. Catch up on the Zzz’s: Research says sleeping more on weekends linked to …

Lying in at the weekend may lower heart disease risk by 20%
7 months ago

Lying in at the weekend may lower heart disease risk by 20%

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy People who “catch up” on sleep at the weekend could be …

Scrolling before bed? How sleep displacement affects our health
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Scrolling before bed? How sleep displacement affects our health

ABC  

The time between me going to bed and attempting to fall sleep is usually about half an hour. While screen time in bed isn't always a bad thing, Dr Bartel says missing out on vital sleep because of it can be. "If you are the kind of person who can use their phone, and when they are tired, can put …

These Sleep Habits Are Putting Your Heart Health At Risk
2 years ago

These Sleep Habits Are Putting Your Heart Health At Risk

Huff Post  

Boy_Anupong via Getty Images In addition to eating nutritious foods and exercising, sleeping is important for your heart health. While it’s well known that exercise, healthy eating and managing things such as high blood pressure and cholesterol are crucial for your heart health, it turns out your sleep habits play a big role, too. This shows that if you take …

Getting good sleep could add years to your life: Research
2 years, 1 month ago

Getting good sleep could add years to your life: Research

Hindustan Times  

According to recent research being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session Along With the World Congress of Cardiology, getting enough sleep can boost your heart and general health--and possibly even how long you live. "We saw a clear dose-response relationship, so the more beneficial factors someone has in terms of having a higher quality of sleep, …

5 Proven Hacks To Help Improve Quality Of Your Sleep
2 years, 3 months ago

5 Proven Hacks To Help Improve Quality Of Your Sleep

News 18  

Ever found yourself dreaming about a relaxing good night’s sleep? Here are 5 proven tips that can help you finally have that sleep of your dreams: Put A Stop To CaffeineIt might sound like a no brainer but the amount of people who consume caffeine before bed is astonishing. In fact, a study has found that taking a moderate dose …

Do fitness wearables track sleep effectively?
2 years, 6 months ago

Do fitness wearables track sleep effectively?

Live Mint  

A good night’s sleep can help you feel rested and recharged, while poor sleep or sleep deprivation can hit your sense of well-being and cognitive functioning and even lead to health issues in the long run. While the older fitness trackers used to monitor wrist movement to track sleep, the recent generation also monitors heart rate and factors like body …

Going To Bed Between 10 And 11 May Protect Your Heart, Study Finds
3 years, 4 months ago

Going To Bed Between 10 And 11 May Protect Your Heart, Study Finds

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blackCAT via Getty Images A new study suggests people who fall asleep between 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. may have a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. “While we cannot conclude causation from our study,” Plans added, “the results suggest that early or late bedtimes may be more likely to disrupt the body clock, with adverse consequences for cardiovascular health.” The …

Does exercising before bed take a negative toll on sleep quality?
8 years, 1 month ago

Does exercising before bed take a negative toll on sleep quality?

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Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. …

Sleep timely, get up early to have a healthy heart
8 years, 11 months ago

Sleep timely, get up early to have a healthy heart

Hindustan Times  

Those who hit the sack timely at night and consequently start their days early, have lower risk of getting heart diseases, claims a new study. A team of researchers from the University of Delaware, the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University and the University of Arizona College of Medicine looked at the duration and approximate timing of sleep to see if …

8-Hour Sleepers More Likely To Be Heart Healthy
9 years, 4 months ago

8-Hour Sleepers More Likely To Be Heart Healthy

Huff Post  

JGI/Jamie Grill via Getty Images ORLANDO, Fla. — People who get at least 8 hours of sleep each night are more likely to have good heart health than those who get less sleep, a new study finds. In the study, researchers compared groups of people who slept for different average lengths of time, looking at how well each group met …

Is your sleep tracking app keeping you awake at night?
10 years ago

Is your sleep tracking app keeping you awake at night?

ABC  

Features Is your sleep tracking app keeping you awake at night? But poring over the data they generate may make some of us so anxious that we don't get 'enough' sleep, and this can lead to real sleep troubles, the Sleep Health Foundation warns. But insomniacs who find themselves compulsively checking their sleep stats and worrying about not getting 'enough' …

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