Prioritising you Sleep Quality: Harnessing Routine for Optimal Health and Hormone Balance

How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?

The amount of sleep we require changes as we age and varies person to person, but according to research a healthy adult should aim for 7- 7.5 hours of sleep time. Understanding your sleep needs requires careful observations and attention, not only to the length of sleep, but also your quality of your sleep. 

• Minimum amount of sleep: The minimum amount of sleep is 6 hours. Anything below that can negatively affect our mental and physical wellbeing.

• Maximise your health benefits: The optimum amount of sleep is 7 to 9 hours - depending on your required amount of sleep.

• Number one rule to better sleep: Establish a sleep routine

Optimising Health: The Crucial Role of Hormones, Sleep Quality, Routine, and Wellbeing

Getting sufficient, high quality sleep isn't just about feeling refreshed in the morning—it's about safeguarding your long-term health. Research shows that getting enough good quality sleep adds years to your life, and you are less likely to develop health problems such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. If you've ever struggled through a day with brain fog or a short attention span after a restless night, you're not alone. Our brain relies on sleep to bolster memory and cognitive functions, processing and storing information while clearing out harmful metabolic byproducts.  Moreover, our body repairs tissues and strengthens our immune systems during deep sleep, so investing in good quality sleep reduces our chance of falling ill and getting injured! One of the primary hormones affected by sleep is cortisol, often referred to as the stress hormone. Proper sleep helps regulate cortisol levels, ensuring they peak in the morning to provide energy and gradually decline throughout the day, promoting relaxation and restful sleep at night.

What Can You Do To Improve Your Sleep? 

There are plenty of things you can do to improve your sleep, but the first step is to build awareness  about your current sleep habits and understand the factors that may be affecting the quality and duration of your sleep. People often underestimate the power of routine, and sleep is no different to that. Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule helps you to sync with your Circadian Rhythm. Moreover, understanding how factors like light exposure, stress levels, and hormone regulation influence sleep quality and duration is essential. By identifying patterns and making adjustments accordingly, you can take proactive steps towards achieving better sleep quality and overall health.

Harness Routine For Optimal Health And Hormone Support:

If you have enjoyed reading this and want to make healthy changes in your life, you can team up with me for one on one wellness coaching. My coaching offers expert guidance and support that is tailored to your needs. Together we can dive into recognising your sleep needs, mastering time management, establish healthy habits, and support your body with nourishing nutrition

Want to to find out more? You can book a free 30-minute online wellness consultation with me, where we will explore your situation and goals together. Simply message me, and let's chat!