Little sleep can increase risk of stroke

Previous studies have associated a few hours of sleep with a greater risk of cardiovascular problems. Now, a survey presented at SLEEP 2012, the annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS), has not only strengthened this relationship but was able to establish a minimum amount of sleep necessary to reduce the risks of suffering a stroke (stroke, also called a stroke). The analysis was led by researchers at the University of Alabama at the University of Alabama in the United States. The results were raised from the follow-up of 5,666 people for three years. At first, none of them had any cardiovascular events and also had no symptoms that could signal stroke or risk of sleep apnea. The results showed that participants who slept less than six hours per night had a higher incidence of stroke than those who slept the longest. The relationship was maintained even after taking into account the weight of the participants. One of the researchers warns that lack of sleep may be only one of the risk factors for stroke, but that the likelihood of stroke increases even further with other habits, such as smoking and being sedentary. is to encourage the population to impose limits on their routine, devoting considerable time to sleep. Although the task seems simple, the stressful day-to-day of most people causes activities that are fundamental to the proper functioning of the body to be sacrificed for other activities. Adopt these tips to make you sleep better Sleep well improves mood, memory, prevents diseases and makes you live longer. Science does not stop to see the benefits of a good night's sleep. A study by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine has proven that sleeping well is one of the secrets to longevity. See simple tips to improve the quality of this moment that is so important to your health.

1. Pillow

Believe: your head support is critical to getting a good night's sleep. When it comes to choosing, you need to consider the material from which it is made and of course the position in which it is placed. The best sleeping position is on the side. Thus, the spine is away from the aches and muscles as well. In this case, the height of the pillow must be equal to the distance between the neck and the outside of the arm.

2. Mattress without pressure

"The ideal mattress for a peaceful sleep can not be too soft or too firm, that is, it should simply conform to the body comfortably," teaches Copespuma director Gisele Sapiro. Prefer the latex ones, which have as main benefit the fact that they fit perfectly to the contours of the body, relieving pressure points.

3. Relax It may sound silly, but some basic advice can help you get a perfect sleep. The neurologist Shigueo Yonekura, from the Institute of Medicine and Sleep at Unifesp, gives simple tips on how to ward off insomnia: Before going to the bedroom, it is essential to appease the anxieties of everyday life. Do not go to bed as soon as you get home from work. First take a warm bath, try to relax, then go to bed. 4. Turn off the TV

The TV and computer light delays the production of the substances responsible for the bedtime warning.

5. Drink a tea

A tea also helps, however, you have to choose the right herbs. Nothing to drink black or green tea, rich in caffeine, which is stimulating. Infusions of melissa and chamomile induce sleep and still improve their quality.

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