Sleep And Heart Disease
Sleeping well is the key to good health. Sleep recharges your body so you can function well. Sleep is important to the health of your vital organs too, including your heart. If you are suffering from lack of sleep, your sleep specialist can help. Dr. Jeremy McConnell at Florida Sleep Specialists provides comprehensive sleep medicine services. He has two convenient office locations in Bradenton, and Sarasota, FL.
What You Need To Know About Sleep and Heart Disease
Lack of sufficient sleep can contribute to many health problems. It can also affect your blood pressure, causing it to increase. An increased blood pressure means a higher cardiac workload. It means more stress on your heart. Increased heart stress can lead to heart damage and heart disease over time. That’s why making sure you are getting enough quality sleep is so important for your heart.
There are several simple steps you can take to help with sleep. You should:
- Avoid eating a large meal before bed
- Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol before bed
- Limit your intake of caffeine
- Create a relaxing ritual like taking a warm bath, reading, or meditating before bed
You should also keep phones, televisions, computers, and other electronics out of your bedroom because they can disrupt your sleep. Your bedroom should be a relaxing, comfortable area designed for sleep.
If you have a sleep disorder affecting your sleep, you need to seek out the expertise of a sleep specialist. These are just a few of the most common sleep disorders:
- Insomnia
- Sleep apnea
- Restless leg syndrome
When you visit a sleep specialist, you may need to have a sleep test to determine if you have a sleep disorder, and what type of sleep disorder it is. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment can begin. Treatment of a sleep disorder may include:
- Mild sedatives and sleep medications for insomnia
- Nerve medications for restless leg syndrome
- A CPAP machine or dental appliance for sleep apnea
Want To Know More?
To find out more about how poor sleep contributes to heart disease, call Dr. Jeremy McConnell at Florida Sleep Specialists. You can reach him in Bradenton, FL, by calling (941) 792-8383, or in Sarasota, FL, by calling (941) 827-0701. Call today.