Even with enough sleep, irregular sleep habits dramatically increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a recent study.
For improved heart health, researchers stress the need for regular sleep schedules.
Even for people who get the necessary amount of sleep, a novel study indicates that irregular sleep patterns, such as different bedtimes and wake-up times, may greatly raise the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Over 72,000 participants’ sleep patterns were monitored for eight years in the study, which was published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.
Numerous research have examined the connection between health and sleep duration, but this one focuses on sleep consistency.
Regardless of their overall sleep duration, the results show that individuals with irregular sleep patterns had a 26% increased risk of serious cardiovascular events. Researchers stressed that heart health may be influenced by a consistent sleep routine rather than just receiving enough sleep.
The study’s lead author, Jean Pierre Chaput, a pediatrician at the University of Ottawa, emphasized that even little changes in sleep schedule could have long-term effects on health. According to Chaput, “Regulating your circadian rhythm is essential for preserving general well-being.”
Additionally, irregular sleepers are less likely to get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep every night, which is essential for lowering risks like high blood pressure, according to the study.
While a little weekend sleep recovery is OK, Chaput says it won’t reverse the impacts of bad sleep patterns throughout the week. Making regular, restorative sleep a priority is crucial for lowering the risk of major health problems, such as heart disease.
