Poor sleep quality refers to not feeling rested and restored after a night's sleep. Getting insufficient or fragmented sleep prevents us from moving through the natural sleep cycles efficiently. This leaves us feeling groggy, irritable, and fatigued the next day.
Signs of poor sleep quality include:
- Difficulty falling asleep - Tossing and turning for over 30 minutes before falling asleep
- Frequent awakenings during the night - Waking up multiple times and having a hard time falling back asleep
- Difficulty waking up - Relying heavily on an alarm and still feeling exhausted after getting out of bed
What causes poor sleep quality?
Some common causes include:
- Stress
- Environmental factors like noise, light, or uncomfortable room temperature
- Health issues like sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, or chronic pain
- Medications
- Inconsistent sleep routine
- Electronic device use before bed
Effects of poor sleep quality
Running on insufficient sleep can negatively impact both our physical and mental health:
- Impaired concentration and memory
- Weakened immune system
- Increased inflammation and chronic disease risk
- "I feel like a zombie without my morning coffee." Mood disturbances like irritability and anxiety
- "My eyes feel so heavy I can barely keep them open." Excessive daytime fatigue
How to improve poor sleep quality
- Establish a regular sleep-wake schedule
- Limit light exposure in the evenings
- Avoid pre-bedtime electronics use
- Create an optimal sleep environment that is cool, quiet and dark
- Reduce evening consumption of stimulants like caffeine and nicotine
- Get tested for sleep disorders like sleep apnea if symptoms persist
- "I'll try meditating before bed to wind down." Incorporate relaxing activities before bedtime
- Try supplements like magnesium, glycine, or products from Balance Hormone Clinic which are proven to improve sleep quality
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