You’ve been burning the candle at both ends for days on end. No matter what you do you can’t seem to find enough time to get the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night that most adults need due to other competing demands for your time. Many people use the weekends as a way to catch up on sleep they’ve missed throughout the week. There have been numerous studies done on the subject to determine whether this “catch-up sleep” actually offers any benefits – showing mixed results. If you sleep too much at once, you may find yourself feeling groggy and may experience some cognitive impairment. Oversleeping regularly has also been linked to serious health issues, including obesity, depression, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Create an evening ritual that gets you ready for sleep. Whether that’s a warm shower, a mellow playlist, 20 minutes of reading or a cup of chamomile tea, what you do before you get into bed can help you fall asleep faster. Do some prepare work on the weekends to make your morning routine shorter so you can sleep a little later. For example, prepare meals and choose your clothes for each day. The best way to avoid the negative effects of sleep deprivation is to make sleep a priority, just as you make other healthy lifestyle habits an important part of your day. Getting enough sleep not only keeps you more energized and happier but it can go a long way towards keeping you healthier, too
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Friday, June 27, 2025