I have known for a long while that sleep deprivation can lead to many health issues.
I recall that during my premenopausal experience, during the time when I was plagued with stress, depression, and insomnia, I experienced many symptoms that left me very frightened. For a few years, I slept for 3 hours, awoke, and could not go back to sleep. This left me feeling tired all the time. Fatigued, unable to focus and concentrate. Forgetful and irritable. Light-headed with severe heart palpitations. I experienced jittery feelings and always felt afraid. Constipation and gastric reflux, nervousness in my stomach. The list goes on.
Today I was listening to a report on the radio that stated that research of 25 years, including 8,000 people concluded that less than 6 hours of sleep per night in middle-aged can increase our risk for dementia.
Since incorporating at least 8 hours of sleep at night into my Healthy Lifestyle, the above mentioned symtoms have all resolved. In my book, EAT SLEEP MEDITATE A NURSE’S GUIDE TO HEALTH, I have emphasized the importance of getting adequate sleep as part of our daily Healthy Lifestyle in order to help us to enjoy a healthy and vibrant life….hopefully, free of Dementia.
Marva Riley, Registered Nurse. Author of EAT SLEEP MEDITATE A NURSE’S GUIDE TO HEALTH
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