Sleep Quality Matters More Than Quantity
Is sleep quality as important as duration?
Fragmented sleep disrupts restorative stages even if you sleep 8 hours. Poor sleep quality is independently linked to hypertension, obesity, and insulin resistance.
Explanation
Fragmented sleep, insomnia, and sleep apnea disrupt restorative stages of sleep. Poor sleep quality is linked with hypertension, obesity, and insulin resistance.
Practical Emphasis
Evaluate not just how long you sleep, but whether you feel refreshed upon waking.
Action Tip
Poor sleep quality raises mortality risk even when total hours are adequate.
How Memorial Longevity Clinic Can Help
We provide sleep disorder screening, apnea testing, and sleep coaching.
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