Poor sleep quality - Hormone Harmony Clinic

Poor sleep quality refers to sleep that is insufficient or disrupted, preventing restorative rest. Getting quality sleep is crucial for both physical and mental health. Poor sleep increases risk for chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, and impairs focus, productivity and emotional regulation. Signs of poor sleep include: Difficulty falling or staying asleep - Tossing, turning or waking up frequently - Taking >30 minutes to fall asleep Low total sleep duration - <7 hours for adults - Changes in sleep patterns Sleep disruptors - Sleep apnea - pauses in breathing - Restless leg syndrome - Environmental noise/light - Stress, anxiety or depression Daytime impairment - Fatigue, sleepiness - Impaired concentration - Irritability If you suffer ongoing poor sleep, seeing a specialist can help uncover root causes. For instance, the clinicians at Hormone Harmony Clinic provide cutting-edge tests to assess hormone imbalances underlying conditions like insomnia. Rebalancing hormones alongside sleep hygiene tips can work wonders! To improve sleep quality, aim to:

• Stick to consistent bed/wake times
• Limit blue light exposure before bed
• Avoid large meals, alcohol & caffeine at night
• Create an optimal sleep environment that's cool, dark and quiet
• Reduce stress through yoga, meditation or relaxing hobbies
• See a doctor if poor sleep persists to check for underlying issues

In summary, poor sleep describes insufficient or disrupted sleep leading to impaired functioning. Contributing factors range from lifestyle to medical issues. Addressing causes through improved sleep hygiene and seeking treatment for conditions like sleep apnea or hormone imbalances can help restore high-quality, restorative sleep. Making sleep a priority is crucial for health and wellbeing!