Reasons why you shouldn't sleep more than 8 hours a night
Everyone who wants to live a healthy life knows that people need to sleep at least 8 hours to ensure health and beauty. But sleeping more than that amount is equally harmful.
Sleeping too much is just as bad for your health as not sleeping enough. Here are six reasons why you shouldn’t sleep too much:
6. Weight gain
Various studies have shown that both too little and too much sleep can lead to diabetes and obesity. The conclusions are unclear, but doctors think that because we move less than usual, our bodies gain weight.
People who sleep more than 8 hours tend to wake up late and this means they have no time left for physical activities.
5. Depressive disorders
People with depressive disorders have also experienced or are experiencing sleep disturbances. Sometimes, in some types of disorders, people sleep more than usual. It is a vicious cycle because the long sleep leads to feelings of hopelessness and fatigue. You sleep more and don’t want to get out of bed in the morning, you feel like the world no longer interests you, and these symptoms gradually lead to depression.
4. Heart disease
If you sleep too long, you are not only wasting time, but also “paving the way” for heart disease to find you. Currently, cardiovascular problems are one of the most common causes of death and sleeping more than 8 hours a night increases the risk of dying from a heart attack by up to 34%.
Furthermore, studies show that women sleep more than men, which is why women should always keep in mind that the link between excessive sleep and heart disease is extremely strong.
3. Headache
Lack of sleep causes headaches, but it can also happen when we sleep more than 8 hours. Experts advise against staying in bed for long periods of time, even on weekends and holidays. Otherwise, you may wake up with a terrible headache.
The problem is, too much sleep affects the neurotransmitters in our brains and our serotonin levels.
2. Memory problems
A recent study shows that long sleep affects the brain's work. Moreover, if you often wake up at night, it may be because your sleep is not deep enough, so you wake up. This seriously affects the cognitive functions of the brain as well as our ability to concentrate and remember details.
1. Insomnia
It may sound a little counterintuitive, but it’s true! Sometimes insomnia is caused by unhealthy habits and activities before bed. For example, if you stay up late working on your computer and then decide to “catch up” for sleep the next day, you may develop insomnia. It only takes two days to disrupt your body’s internal clock, which can manifest as oversleeping.
So, how to sleep less and still ensure health?
To help your body fully recover within 7-8 hours, try to follow these healthy sleep rules:
Eat healthy, wholesome foods.
Reduce alcohol intake.
Do exercise.
Wake up and go to bed at the same time.
Avoid caffeinated beverages and large meals.
Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark and relaxing.
