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Stroke is a medical condition that can reduce the quality of life of those who suffer from it. Apart from optimizing a healthy lifestyle, strokes can also be prevented by improving sleep habits.
Quoted from Mirror UK, through research, it was found that sleeping at the same time every night can reduce the risk of stroke. Scientists tracked more than 72,000 volunteers’ sleep habits using tracking devices.
They then grouped the volunteers into regular, somewhat irregular and irregular sleepers, and monitored their health for eight years.
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People who sleep irregularly are 26 percent more likely to suffer a stroke, heart failure or heart attack than those who sleep regularly. Then those who sleep somewhat irregularly have an 8 percent greater chance.
This risk will remain even if irregular sleepers get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep.
Research team leader from the University of Ottawa, Canada Jean-Philipe Chaput said the results of the study suggest that regularity in sleep may be more relevant than sleep duration for modulating adverse cardiovascular events.
However, senior cardiac nurse at the British Heart Foundation Emily McGrath said the link between sleep and the heart was not yet well understood.
“Research shows that sleep disturbances are associated with higher levels of a protein called CRP (C-reactive protein). This is a sign of inflammation,” said Emily.
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Right, so apparently, we all need to be a little less rock ‘n’ roll and a lot more “Counting Sheep.” You know, I always thought a stroke was something you only got after a heavy night out with a bottle of tequila and a questionable kebab… turns out, messing with your sleep schedule is just as dangerous.
Apparently, this lot in Canada – bless their little cotton socks, always doing research while we’re busy being delightfully shambolic – they followed seventy-two thousand people around, like a particularly well-funded episode of “Cops,” except instead of looking for drugs, they were checking their bedtimes.
And guess what? Those who were up at the crack of dawn one night and snoozing till noon the next? They were basically signing a pact with the Grim Reaper, twenty-six percent more likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or whatever other nasty surprise the medical dictionary has in store. Even getting eight hours a night didn’t save them. It seems consistency is key, like in a relationship, but without the awkward silences and arguments about whose turn it is to take out the bins.
Now, this Emily character from the British Heart Foundation is playing it coy. Saying the link between sleep and heart health isn’t “well understood?” Come on, love, we’ve got a study here with seventy-two thousand participants saying otherwise! It’s like saying we don’t fully understand how gravity works, even though we’ve got people plummeting out of airplanes every bloody day!
Look, I’m not saying I’m going to start hopping into bed at 9 pm sharp, but maybe we could all try a little less “Netflix and chill” and a little more “blackout curtains and counting sheep.” After all, who wants to end up with a head full of cotton wool when there’s so much more fun to be had? Think of it as an investment, folks. One where the dividends are a ticking heart and a clear head. Now, go on, have a good night’s sleep.
What is the link between irregular sleep patterns and stroke risk?
## Sleep Tight, Live Right? A Look at the Link Between Sleep and Stroke Risk
**Host:** Welcome back to the show! Today we’re delving into some fascinating new research on the surprising connection between our sleep habits and our risk of stroke. Joining me to discuss this is Dr. Emily Smith, a sleep specialist and cardiovascular expert.
**Dr. Smith:** Thanks for having me. This is a really important topic, as we’re finally starting to understand the profound impact our sleep can have on our heart health.
**Host:** Absolutely. This research, published in Mirror UK, tracked over 72,000 volunteers for eight years. They found that individuals who consistently slept at irregular times were 26% more likely to suffer a stroke or heart-related event compared to those with regular sleep schedules.
**Dr. Smith:** That’s right. The study even suggests that this increased risk persists regardless of how many hours of sleep irregular sleepers get.
**Host:** So it’s not just about the quantity of sleep, but also the regularity of it? Can you elaborate on why this might be the case?
**Dr. Smith:** While we don’t fully understand all the mechanisms at play, one theory focuses on C-reactive protein, or CRP, a marker of inflammation in the body. Disrupted sleep patterns can lead to elevated CRP levels, which are linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular events.
**Host:** That’s intriguing. What advice would you give to someone worried about their sleep schedule and stroke risk?
**Dr. Smith:** Establishing a consistent sleep routine is crucial. Aim to go to bed and wake up around the same time each day, even on weekends. Creating a relaxing bedtime routine, limiting screen time before bed, and ensuring a comfortable sleep environment can also significantly improve sleep quality.
**Host:** Excellent advice.
Dr. Smith, thank you so much for shedding light on this important topic. It seems we can truly sleep our way to a healthier heart.
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