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Insufficient sleep can lead to serious health risks like heart disease and diabetes. It is advised that consistently getting 7-8 hours of sleep daily is more crucial than the specific time one sleeps
Maintaining a consistent sleep and wake time daily keeps the body’s biological clock functioning well and promotes good health. (Representative/Shutterstock)
It is widely recommended that one should aim for 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night to maintain good health. Sufficient sleep is crucial for a healthy body and may help reduce the risk of disease.
In today’s modern lifestyle, people tend to stay awake until late at night and wake up late in the morning, leading to an increase in health issues. Health experts suggest that any disturbance in the sleeping and waking pattern can impair the body’s functioning. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain a consistent sleep schedule.
A report by Healthline recommends sleeping early after sunset and waking up early in the morning, aligning with the body’s biological clock to promote better health. Extensive research indicates that adults need at least 7 hours of sleep each night.
Insufficient sleep can pose serious health risks, including heart disease and diabetes. Consistent sleep of 7-8 hours daily is more important than the specific time of sleep.
Experts suggest that people should aim to sleep by 10 pm and wake up around 5-6 am, completing the necessary 7 hours of sleep. If someone sleeps at 11 pm, they should wake up by 6-7 am.
This schedule is generally suitable for most individuals. However, those who sleep late should still ensure they get at least 7 hours of rest. Maintaining a consistent sleep and wake time daily keeps the body’s biological clock functioning well and promotes good health.
While modern research emphasises the importance of 7-8 hours of sleep, the timing of sleep holds special significance in Ayurveda. Ayurveda experts advocate sleeping after sunset and waking before sunrise. They recommend waking up during Brahmamuhurta, which starts at 4 am and lasts until around 5:30 am, as it helps the body feel refreshed.