Researchers from the University of Exeter (UK) say that if you want to protect your heart and keep good health in the long run, you should go to bed between 22pm and 23pm. Healthline.
Specifically, the study involved more than 88.000 people aged 43-79, who collected data on the time to go to bed and wake up for about 7 days. They also completed demographic, lifestyle, health and fitness assessments during this time.
After that, the group of volunteers continued to monitor their health and diagnose cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attack, heart failure, chronic ischemia, stroke, etc. for the next 5 years.
The study results showed that 3% of the volunteers developed cardiovascular disease afterwards. In particular, the incidence of the disease was highest in those who slept after midnight and lowest in those who slept between 22 and 23 pm.
In addition, the author's representative, Dr. David Plans - senior lecturer in neuroscience at the University of Exeter (UK), also said that regular sleep at the same time each night is also a factor. important for maintaining health.
To explain better, Dr. Plans said that consistent sleep will help the body maintain an optimal circadian rhythm, ensure that the organs in the body work properly as well as limit the risk of tossing and turning, making it easier for you to walk. to sleep every night.