“Sleep” for health: the “awakening” moment of World Sleep Day!

March 21st of every year is World Sleep Day, which attracts worldwide attention. This day seems to be the "awakening" bell rung by nature for us, reminding busy modern people that sleep is not just a trivial matter of "closing your eyes", but it is the "life code" related to health and the "self-repair" project we carry out every day.

Sleep, why is it so important?

Sleep is the body's "gas station" and the brain's "cleaner". When we fall asleep, the organs of the body do not "close down". Under the cover of sleep, they begin a "nighttime cleaning". Cell repair, immune system regulation, brain garbage cleaning... These seemingly insignificant activities quietly maintain our health.

However, the fast pace of modern life, like a high-speed machine, has drawn us into endless busyness. Overtime work, staying up late, high pressure... Sleep, this "gift of life" that should be cherished, is squandered by many people. According to a survey, about 27% of people worldwide have sleep disorders, and in China, this proportion is as high as 38%. This means that one out of every three people may be suffering from insomnia.

If you don’t sleep well, the consequences will be serious!

Lack of sleep is like a chronic "disaster" that quietly erodes our health. In the short term, it will make you exhausted, inattentive, memory-depleted, and even irritable. Long-term lack of sleep will cause a series of serious health problems: decreased immunity, increased risk of cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, obesity, diabetes... and even increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

How to save your sleep?

Saving sleep is not difficult. The key is to start from daily life. Here are some simple and effective methods:

Regular work and rest schedule : Try to go to bed and get up at the same time every day to let your body form a fixed "biological clock". Optimize the sleeping environment : Keep the bedroom quiet, dark, and cool, and choose a comfortable mattress and pillow.

Relax before bed : Avoid using electronic devices before bed. Try taking a hot bath, drinking a glass of hot milk, or doing relaxing activities such as deep breathing and meditation.

Moderate exercise : Get moderate physical activity during the day, but avoid strenuous exercise close to bedtime.

Diet adjustment : Try to have a light dinner and avoid overeating. You can eat some sleep-inducing foods before going to bed, such as bananas, oatmeal, etc.

World Sleep Day, awakening health awareness

The establishment of World Sleep Day is not only to remind us to pay attention to sleep, but also to awaken our attention to health. Every year, World Sleep Day has a different theme. This year's theme is "Healthy Sleep, Priority", which is not only a call for sleep, but also an advocacy for healthy living.

On this special day, let's stop our hurried steps and re-examine our sleeping habits. Don't wait until your health starts to deteriorate before you regret not cherishing your sleep. Remember, sleep is the foundation of health. Only when we "sleep" healthy can we enjoy life better.

So, starting today, put sleep first, give yourself a high-quality sleep, and let your body and brain get enough rest and repair at night. Let us work together to use healthy sleep and embrace a better tomorrow!