Get the Right Sleep Foundations
During these unprecedented and uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to make sleep a priority as research proves that good sleep benefits your immune system and boosts your mental wellbeing.
Getting the foundations right is key to optimising your bedroom and getting the best night's sleep - after all it’s vital for us to be our best.
Sleep boosts immunity
Prolonged disturbed sleep can disrupt your immune system!
Lack of sleep could be the reason for your constant cold or recurring flu symptoms. Getting a good night's sleep is more vital than ever to help boost your immune system.
Sleep helps weight loss
Research has shown that sleeping less can make you gain more weight.
Not getting enough sleep can increase your levels of Ghrelin (the hunger-stimulating hormone) making those snacks and nibbles seem more appealing.
Sleep boosts mental well being
Regular sleep deprivation can lead to long-term mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Sometimes one sleepless night can make us irritable so after many, our mental health could be put at risk.
Sleep prevents diabetes
Missing out on a good night’s sleep could increase the risk of diabetes.
Without those core hours of deep sleep our bodies may find it harder to process the high-energy carbohydrate, glucose.
Sleep helps ward off heart disease
Sleep deprivation could be putting extra strain on your heart.
Having a regular good night’s sleep can prevent the increase of blood pressure and inflammation around the heart and also can help keep your heart rate steady.
Sleep increases fertility
Loss of sleep can affect fertility in both women and men.
The reproductive hormones can be reduced due to sleep deprivation and can disrupt the ability to conceive.
