Theres nothing like agood nights sleepbut a good nights sleep can mean different things for different people.
Do women need more sleep than men?
However, studies have shown that this isnt quite true.
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Different people need different amounts of time in dreamland to function at their best.
This is how I managed to get up early every dayand how it impacted my life.
Do women need more sleep than men?
However, Dr. Alexander stresses that research in this area is limited.
Because sleep is regulated by hormones, our gender may actually have an influence on how much we need.
This includes everything from menstrual periods to pregnancy andmenopause.
All of these scenarios can have a negative impact on sleep for obvious reasons.
This could be another reason for their increasedsleep needs.
How much more sleep do women need?
In my professional opinion we need more scientific evidence to back this claim, she says.
In reality there is no exact amount of time we all need.
Yes, we aren’t kidding.
I would always recommend tuning in to your body.
What are the consequences of not getting enough sleep?
Lack of sleep impacts on our reaction time, which can cause car crashes and work mistakes.
It has a profound impact on mood and increases the risk of medical conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Dr. Alexander adds that sleep is the pillar of health.
Sleep is when we repair our bodies, consolidate our memories, and recharge, she says.
Not only does it help us to prevent disease, it also keeps us feeling energized and happy.
This post was originally published inGlamourUK.
