Good Sleep Keeps Diabetes Away
In today's fast-paced world, it is
common for youngsters to work late into the night. As a result, they often do
not get the proper amount of sleep their bodies need. This lack of adequate
sleep can lead to various problems that affect their ability to function in their
daily routines. But skipping sleep has serious consequences beyond just feeling
tired.
There are various studies that show that poor appetite and bad eating habits, metabolic disruption, hormonal imbalance, inflammation, and oxidative stress leads to diabetes.
Disrupting natural sleep-wake cycle
further messes up with an individual metabolism and hence increases the chances
of developing diabetes.
Dr. Sonali Kagne, a Deputy Consultant
at the Department of Endocrinology, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital in
Mumbai, explains that stress hormone imbalances and belly fat also contribute
to insulin resistance.
In short, sleep is crucial for
keeping your metabolism in check and protecting against diabetes. Aiming for
seven to nine hours of sleep each night can help you stay healthy.
As we juggle the demands of modern
life, let's not forget how important sleep is for our well-being. For
preventing diabetes, a good night's sleep might be the best medicine.
Mr. S.K. Sethi is founder of RIA
Insurance Brokers and specializes in health insurance products for families as
well as corporates. For diabetic patients, having comprehensive health
insurance is crucial. It covers the cost of medications, regular check-ups, and
specialist visits, ensuring effective disease management. Good insurance also
provides access to necessary resources like nutritional counseling, helping
patients maintain their health and reduce complications.
Blog of S.K. Sethi, Founder of RIA Insurance Brokers, you may connect him for any query at his email id: sksethi@riainsurance.com
