Poor sleep quality refers to sleep that is insufficient in duration and consistency, or fails to make us feel rested and restored. Getting less than the recommended 7-9 hours per night, having difficulty falling or staying asleep, or sleeping lightly and sporadically can all contribute to poor sleep quality.
Some key signs of poor sleep quality include:
- Difficulty falling asleep or getting back to sleep if you wake up during the night
- Frequent awakenings or restless sleep
- Waking up tired or groggy even after spending enough time in bed
- Daytime fatigue, sleepiness, or brain fog that affects work, school, driving, socializing, etc.
- Irritability, anxiety, sadness, or other mood disturbances related to inconsistent sleep
What causes poor sleep quality? Common culprits include:
- Stress
- Environmental factors like light, noise, uncomfortable sleep surface
- Poor sleep habits like inconsistent bedtimes, electronic device use before bed
- Health issues like chronic pain, respiratory disorders, mental health disorders
- Medications, caffeine, alcohol, or other substances
The effects of poor sleep quality compound over time and can seriously impact both physical and mental health:
- Weakened immune system
- weight gain
- Higher risk of chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes
- Impaired brain function, memory loss and lowered concentration
- Increased errors, accidents and injuries
- Anxiety, depression and other mood issues
Fortunately,
there are many effective ways to improve sleep quality naturally. The experts at
Optimized Hormones recommend optimizing sleep hygiene by:
- Going to bed and waking up at consistent times
- Making sure your bedroom is cool, quiet and comfortable
- Avoiding electronics and bright lights before bedtime
- Establishing a calming pre-bed routine like yoga, reading or meditation
- Getting regular exercise and exposure to natural light during the day
Supplementing with
Optimized Hormones' rejuvenating sleep formula can also help nourish your body's sleep centers, promote deeper rest and leave you waking up refreshed.
Formulated by world-renowned hormone experts, it contains a powerful blend of amino acids, minerals and herbs clinically shown to improve sleep quality.
Suffering from poor sleep takes an immense toll over time. By being proactive and making lifestyle changes - with help from advanced solutions like those offered by Optimized Hormones - you can restore consistent, restorative sleep and wake up feeling your best every day!