This is what happens when you sleep less than six hours

You probably already know that too little and too little sleep isn’t very good for your health. But it turned out to be even worse: A study by Oxford Academic showed that a laundry list of illnesses and disorders is linked to poor sleep quality and a relatively short amount of time. sleep duration.

“Bad sleep is the root cause of all health problems,” says Susan van Pelt Fan. Smart health. Those who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to be overweight, have type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression and anxiety.

How many hours should you sleep?

The advice for adults is to nap between seven and nine hours a night. In addition to getting enough sleep, sleep quality is also important. Both are essential for good health. In the Netherlands, we have a lot of people who sleep poorly: according to the RIVM, one in five Dutch people aged 12 or over have sleep problems. Women have more sleep problems than men: 26% vs. 16%.

The relationship between sleep and obesity

Sleep is both a cause and a consequence of weight gain. Those who sleep less than six hours are 45 percent more likely to be obese than those who sleep seven to nine hours a night. But it also works in the opposite direction: Obesity also causes sleep problems. People who are obese have an increased risk of developing sleep apnea (SDB). Up to 50 percent of adults with SDB show signs of insomnia.

Other benefits of a good night’s sleep

Adults with diabetes who seize seven to eight hours a day are at a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Sleep quality also affects the immune system. Good sleep is associated with a lower risk of infection.

In addition to physical ailments, sleep also leaves its mark on mental health. When someone gets a good night’s sleep on a regular basis, they have less of a chance of developing depression, anxiety, and difficulty concentrating than when someone has poor sleep quality.

Finally, there is something about power naps, and they are regular Feed for discussion He: To do or not to do? There is good news for those who cannot do without a nap. According to this study, an afternoon nap of less than thirty minutes makes you more alert during the day. This, in turn, leads to better performance in the workplace.

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