Sleep is an important part of our life. It not only gives rest to the body but also keeps mental health, immune system and metabolism balanced. But sleeping in the wrong way or at the wrong time can lead to many serious health problems.

Let us know which wrong sleeping habits are dangerous and how to improve them.

1. waking up late at night and irregular sleep

Disturbance in sleep due to prolonged use of mobile, TV or laptop
Slow metabolism and hormonal imbalance
Increased risk of stress, depression and obesity

Improvement:

Try to sleep by 10–11 pm every day
Reduce screen time 1 hour before bed

2. sleeping too much or too little

Sleep less than 4–5 hours or more than 10–12 hours
Risk of heart disease, diabetes and obesity may increase

Improvement:

7–8 hours of sleep is ideal for adults
Use different dosages for children and elderly

3. eating a heavy meal before bed

Difficult to digest junk food or heavy food at night
Acidity, gas, indigestion and sleep disturbance

Improvement:

Eat a light meal at least 2 hours before bedtime
Can take herbal tea or hot milk

4. sleeping in the wrong position

Sleeping on stomach: back and neck pain
Sleeping on the back for too long: Acid reflux and breathing problems

Improvement:

Sleeping on your back or side is ideal.
Get proper head and neck support

5. waking up frequently

Due to stress, anxiety or irregular lifestyle
Weak immune system, imbalanced hormones

Improvement:

Do meditation, yoga or pranayam before sleeping
keep the room cool, quiet and dark

Benefits of proper sleep

better metabolism
Less stress and depression
heart and brain healthy
Reduces risk of obesity and diabetes

Wrong sleeping habits can cause not just fatigue but many serious health problems. Sleeping at regular time, correct position and eating light food helps in giving your health, longevity and energy.