Insomnia can cause heart attack

Lack of sleep and poor sleep quality disrupt the body's regulatory processes, leading to high blood pressure, increased inflammation, and impaired glucose metabolism. These factors together contribute to the development and progression of cardiovascular disease, said Dr. Bharat Kukreti, Director and Head of Cardiology, Paras Health Hospitals (India).

Bharat Kukreti advises seeking medical help if insomnia persists for more than 10-15 days.

Studies show that people with insomnia have a nearly 70% higher risk of heart attack. Women who sleep five hours or less are at the highest risk of heart attack, according to Times Now News .

According to experts, people who do not get enough sleep will not be able to function optimally. In addition, sleep quality is very important because shallow and fragmented sleep makes you feel less energetic and less active.

Sleep deprivation increases heart rate due to increased sympathetic activity, says Dr Brajesh Kumar Mishra, a cardiologist at Manipal Hospitals in India. It also increases inflammatory markers.

Why is insomnia bad for the heart?

Research shows that lack of sleep increases levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which in turn accelerates atherosclerosis, plaque formation, leading to heart attacks, according to Times Now News.

The stress response that cortisol causes can also disrupt blood sugar, blood pressure, and the risk of abnormal heart rhythms, along with many other complications.

According to studies, men with insomnia have a 103% higher risk of heart attack and in women, this figure is 124%.

Tips for a good night's sleep

To get regular, uninterrupted sleep, try these tips:

Avoid heat, light and noise.

Limit screen time 1 hour before bedtime.

Avoid eating large meals close to bedtime.

Avoid caffeine close to bedtime.

Allow enough time and space to relax at night.

Exercise daily.

Create a happy mood , according to Times Now News.