The somnologist named a factor that increases the risk of premature death
Alexander Kazachenko, Candidate of Medical Sciences, somnologist at the SM Clinic in St. Petersburg, warned on Thursday, April 9, about a factor that increases the risk of premature death.
"Prolonged sleep deprivation is one of the most underestimated risk factors for life. According to a number of studies, people who sleep less than seven hours a day are more likely to die from any cause by an average of 12%," he said in a conversation with Lenta.Ru .
The doctor emphasized that even a single lack of sleep negatively affects brain function and concentration. If the lack of a night's rest becomes chronic, then apathy, burnout, depression or irritation appear. The specialist emphasized that depression also worsens the quality of sleep, which further aggravates the situation.
Kazachenko noted that there is also a clear link between chronic sleep deprivation and an increased risk of cardiovascular and other diseases. Lack of sleep prevents the body from fully recovering, as a result, even regular walking requires more effort, which stimulates an increased release of adrenaline, which increases the pulse rate and blood pressure.
If, in an effort to conserve strength, a person deliberately restricts physical activity, this can lead to weight gain and lack of movement and, consequently, to the development of deadly cardiovascular diseases, the doctor explained.
Earlier, on April 2, Kazachenko named ways to improve sleep quality without medication. According to the expert, first of all it is necessary to give up a heavy and greasy dinner. 360.ru .
In turn, somnologist Vladimir Kovalzon said in an interview with NSN that, as a rule, people have trouble sleeping with severe illnesses such as apnea or snoring, and it's worth running to the doctor if snoring is combined with overweight and bad habits.
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