It’s often said that one of the best ways to keep the immune system strong and better able to fight off illnesses is by ensuring you’re getting enough rest, and that may include COVID-19. Although a vaccine is not yet available, a National Geographic article dives deep into how several studies are evaluating how a good night’s sleep may bolster defenses against the virus.
The article provides several examples and studies of the ties between sleep and health. Ongoing sleep deprivation, for example, has been shown to have potential consequences during the long-term, from increasing the risk of diabetes to depression and dementia. Some of these chronic conditions may also make a person more susceptible to contracting coronavirus.
Growing research further indicates that sleep deprivation impairs the capacity of a human to battle a disease once he or she is sick. In a variety of studies, higher rates of respiratory infections, head colds, and associated illnesses were reported by people with sleep disturbances, people who get less than five to six hours of sleep each night, and people with poor sleep quality levels (the proportion of time spent sleeping during the night).
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While pandemic restrictions have been lifted in many places, the best way to stay safe is to remain at home when possible. The monthly American lifestyle Town & Country magazine recently touched on this subject, also discussing the importance of having a good mattress to help with sleep issues. A good night’s sleep is fundamental in keeping the immune system strong and your mental health strong.
As people are encouraged to continue quarantining to stay safe, a New York Times article published last month tells an interesting story about how it’s also lead to a considerable rise in the demand for “fancy” beds, including those by Swedish bed maker Hästens.
There is resting and then there is sleeping. The latter is what would be called rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the deepest state of sleep where the mind resets and processes memories while the body rests and re-energizes. According to some new research, failing to get enough REM sleep may go as far as an increased risk of death due to several different diseases.
RLS or restless leg syndrome is a condition characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs, especially during the evening. Symptoms include the intense feeling of pins and needles on the leg, leg aches, or recurring itch, tingling sensation, and the urge to move one’s legs around. This condition is usually seen in more women than men. It typically occurs while laying down or sitting and can disrupt one’s sleep, leaving you feeling exhausted the following day. When one’s sleep is compromised, your overall health is prone to suffering as well.
