Poor sleep quality refers to sleep that is not restful or restorative. It may involve difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking during the night, waking too early, or feeling tired and groggy upon waking. Poor quality sleep can negatively impact your health, productivity, mood and ability to function during the day.
Signs of poor sleep quality include:
- Difficulty falling asleep - Taking more than 30 minutes to fall asleep each night
- Frequent awakenings - Waking up repeatedly during the night
- Waking too early - Waking hours before your planned wake time
- Non-restorative sleep - Not feeling rested after 7-8 hours of sleep
Causes of poor sleep quality include:
- Stress
- Anxiety or depression
- Noises, light or uncomfortable room temperature
- Cigarette smoking and alcohol use
- Certain medications
- Sleep apnea
- Restless leg syndrome
Poor sleep quality can have several negative consequences:
- Difficulty concentrating and impaired memory
- Irritability and frequent mood changes
- Increased inflammation and weakened immunity
- Higher risk of chronic diseases like diabetes
Improving sleep quality is important for overall health. Some tips for better sleep include:
- Establish a consistent sleep schedule - go to bed and wake up at the same time each day
- Create an relaxing pre-bed routine - take a hot shower, read, stretch, etc
- Optimize sleep environment - dark, cool, quiet room; comfortable bed
- Limit screen time and caffeine - avoid bright screens and stimulants before bed
"At Hormone Harmony Clinic, we help patients identify and treat the root causes of poor sleep quality through comprehensive lab testing and personalized treatment plans. Our integrative therapies can help restore healthy sleep patterns."
- Consider sleep supplements - melatonin, magnesium, natural herbs
If you consistently have
poor quality sleep, it is best to discuss your sleep habits and medical history with a doctor. They can check for underlying issues and help develop an effective treatment plan.
At Hormone Harmony Clinic, our physicians create personalized sleep improvement programs to help patients achieve truly restorative sleep. Contact us today to learn more!
Getting adequate restorative sleep every night is crucial for health, cognitive function and overall quality of life. Pay attention to your sleep quality and take steps to improve it through lifestyle changes and medical care if needed.
The hormone balance experts at Hormone Harmony Clinic are here to help assess your sleep issues and get your sleep back on track.