To all humans sleep is needed just as much as we need food and air. When we sleep, our bodies are busy at work repairing what ails us physically and providing for our mental health. Lack of sleep can impact our cognitive skills and emotional status. If sleep deprivation is continued for extended periods it may lead to the development of chronic illnesses. Studies indicate that sleeping less than 5 hours per night increases the risk of death from all causes by 15%. Lack of sleep is dangerous to us in the short and long term of our lives and impacts life’s quality. Lack of sleep negatively impacts our body’s Immune System, Central Nervous System, Respiratory System, Digestive System and our Cardiovascular System, all critical life-sustaining systems to us all.
Hormones and Sleep
Hormone levels affect sleep, and sleep amounts affect hormone levels. For women, who report sleep deprivation more frequently than men, hormonal changes may be a culprit in lost sleep. A major life event affecting sleep levels in women is Menopause. Loss of hormones in Menopause, especially Estrogen and Progesterone impacts sleep quality for women, not to mention the hot flashes and night sweats that can occur further interrupting the sleep process.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
At LongevityMed our clinical team can discuss with you how Hormonal Imbalance may be impacting your sleep quality and your overall health. Schedule a consultation to see how Bio Natural hormone replacement therapy may be the source for improved sleep.
