To keep health better, all people have been advised to do regular exercise with a healthy diet, health experts have now included good sleep habits. That is, sleep is as important for our health as a nutritious diet and exercise. Due to the increased sleep disturbance in people, the risk of many types of physical and mental health problems has been seen to increase.
From the increasing problem of stress and depression to increasing blood pressure, heart diseases are also considered as factors. This is the reason why all people are advised to get 6-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep every night.
Researchers have warned that if you are unable to complete the night's sleep and this problem persists, then due to this there is a risk of negative impact on reproductive health. Problems related to this have been seen in both men and women.
Effects on reproductive hormones
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, lack of sleep can affect hormones related to fertility. The part of the brain that controls the "sleep-wake hormone" affects ovulation in women and sperm in men when sleep deprivation occurs.
According to the study, long-term sleep problems in women can have a direct effect on various reproductive hormones, including hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, prolactin, and luteinizing. That is, lack of sleep can also increase the risk of problems like infertility in you.
What do experts say?
Scientists say that the hormone testosterone plays an important role in healthy sperm production in men. These hormones are usually released during sleep. According to Lauren Wise, researcher and professor of epidemiology at Boston University, several studies have found that men who sleep well have testosterone levels that are optimal for reproduction. While most research on sleep and fertility suggests that people who get too little sleep or have poor sleep quality are at a higher risk of fertility problems.
What did the research find?
A study from Boston University's School of Public Health looked at 790 couples. Multilevel findings found that those who got less than 6 hours of sleep daily were found to have a higher risk of pregnancy-related complications.
In addition, men who slept too little or too long had a 42% higher risk of fertility problems. That is, lack of sleep has been seen affecting the reproductive health of both men and women.
Try to get a good sleep
Health experts say all people must include such habits in their routine which help them get good sleep.
Exercise every day.
Set a time to sleep and wake up, and follow it daily.
Keep the bedroom quiet and dimly lit to get a good night's sleep.
Consumption of alcohol is harmful, it affects sleep, stay away from it.
