HealthGQHow to Get More Deep Sleep, According to Experts
Sleep doctors explain why deep sleep matters just as much as REM sleep, and share practical tips for getting more of it if your tracker says you slept well but you still feel exhausted.
You’ve heard of REM sleep but what about deep sleep? Experts share why it’s important and how to make sure you’re getting enough of it.
Sleep medicine doctors are urging people to pay more attention to deep sleep, also called slow wave sleep, not just REM sleep when checking their sleep tracker stats.
Research published in Psychoneuroendocrinology found that not enough deep sleep raises the hunger hormone ghrelin and lowers the satiety hormone leptin, which can lead to overeating.
Sleep doctors say deep sleep also supports immune function and metabolic health, so consistently waking up tired despite a good sleep score is worth discussing with a doctor.
Experts say most adults need about 90 minutes of deep sleep per night across four to six sleep cycles, so if you wake unrefreshed, ask your GP about a sleep assessment.
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