I’d say that most people in the world know that sleep is important, but they might not know exactly why sleep is so crucial for living a good, healthy life. You might also be unaware of some of the dangerous health risks that come associated with poor sleep.
In this article, I want to go deeper into sleep; how it works, why it’s important and how you can benefit the most from good sleep.
This article is inspired by;
- Maximilian Warum’s Creators Chronicles Issue #11
- Zach Highley — The Danger Of Poor Sleep
- How Sleep Works
Sleep & Wake Cycle ☀️ 🌑
Our body is governed by several internal clocks, called the circadian clocks. These clocks have cycles of approximately 24 hours, and this rhythm is named the circadian rhythm. The clocks are regulated by multiple factors, including light, darkness, and sleep schedules.
The circadian rhythm affects almost every part of your body. From cells to organs and tissues. Being out-of-sync with your body clock and rhythm can lead to a higher risk for obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal problems, neurodegenerative disorders, skin issues, and more. These are all things that are preventable if being healthy.
