Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes Irregular Sleep Is Wrecking Your Health: How To Stop It Before It’s Too Late
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Apr 30, 2025 Explore the surprising truth about sleep and its profound impact on health. Discover Dr. Holmes' personal sleep struggles and the crucial role of REM sleep for well-being. Learn about major sleep disruptors to avoid and why consistent sleep is vital for hormone regulation. Delve into how regular sleep can boost mental health and the importance of recognizing individual sleep patterns. Plus, get tips on managing stress and enhancing sleep quality with practical tools!
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A Wake-Up Call on Sleep
- Dr. Kristen Holmes nearly crashed her car due to severe exhaustion with her children in the back seat.
- This scary moment pushed her to prioritize sleep and understand its vital importance for health and safety.
REM Sleep's Vital Role
- Sleep consolidates memory and regulates emotions, especially during REM sleep.
- Sleep deprivation shortens REM, reducing alertness, memory, and emotional regulation.
Regular Sleep Outweighs Duration
- Irregular and short sleep increase risks of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and neurodegenerative disease.
- Sleep regularity matters more than duration for reducing all-cause mortality risk.