Poor sleep quality - Elite Hormone Health

What is Poor Sleep Quality?

Poor sleep quality refers to sleep that is insufficient or disrupted in some way, preventing one from feeling rested upon waking. Getting consistent, high-quality sleep is crucial for both physical and mental health. Unfortunately, many people suffer from chronic poor sleep stemming from issues like insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, or simply poor sleep habits.

Signs of poor sleep quality include:

• Frequent nighttime awakenings
• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Feeling unrested after a full night in bed
• Daytime sleepiness/fatigue
• Irritability and mood changes
• Lack of focus/productivity
• Increase in stress hormones

There are many potential root causes of poor sleep, including:

• Underlying health issues - Things like chronic pain, respiratory conditions, mental health disorders, or hormonal imbalances can all interfere with sleep quality. Getting properly diagnosed is key.
• Medications - Some prescriptions and even OTC meds can disrupt normal sleep cycles.
• Poor sleep habits - Inconsistent bedtimes, exposure to blue light from screens before bed, uncomfortable sleep environment, and consumption of stimulants too close to bedtime.

Improving sleep quality involves identifying and addressing the potential causes. First, speak to your doctor and get necessary health evaluations or lab testing - like those offered at Elite Hormone Health(menopausesymptoms.info) - to uncover issues impacting sleep. Correcting deficiencies or imbalances with professional medical advice can remove roadblocks.

Additionally, establishing healthy sleep hygiene habits makes a big difference. This includes:

• Going to bed/waking up at consistent times
• Limiting alcohol and avoiding stimulants several hours before bed
• Creating an optimal sleep environment - cool, dark and quiet
• Powering down screens 30-60 mins before bed
• Practicing relaxing pre-bedtime rituals

With some diligence about your sleep habits and working with a doctor to address any underlying issues, you can overcome poor sleep quality. Getting healthy, restorative sleep pays dividends through better health, improved focus and productivity, and a happier life! Let us know if Elite Hormone Health(menopausesymptoms.info) can help evaluate any hormonal imbalances or deficiencies contributing to your sleep struggles.