Six diseases caused by lack of sleep

6 Diseases Caused by Sleep Deprivation

 

 

1. #Diabetes

If you do not sleep well and become sleep-deprived, your risk of developing diabetes increases by 3 to 4 times compared to someone who sleeps well. This leads to a decrease in insulin and leptin secretion, which triggers diabetes.

2. #HeartDisease

If you do not get an average of at least 6 hours of restful sleep per day, the likelihood of developing heart disease increases by 40-50%. Especially if you have symptoms of sleep apnea, the risk becomes even higher. It puts stress on the heart and can lead to illnesses such as heart disease and cerebrovascular disease.

3. #Stroke

When sleep becomes insufficient and you are unable to sleep well, stress hormones such as cortisol are released. This increases the risk of stroke and raises blood pressure. However, sleeping too much can also lead to stroke. The appropriate amount of sleep is said to be between 6 to 8 hours.

4. #Dementia

When you can't sleep, your memory deteriorates. Melatonin helps prevent the death of brain cells. As sleep deprivation reduces melatonin levels, it can lead to dementia.

5. #Osteoporosis

Sleep also affects osteoporosis. It lowers bone density and weakens bone function, making fractures more likely.

6. #Cancer Incidence

Our body has autonomic nerves, including the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system. Health can be maintained when these work in harmony. When sleep is insufficient, the sympathetic nervous system becomes more active, which can lead to autonomic nervous system imbalance, thereby increasing the risk of cancer and accelerating aging.