When it comes to sleep, quality may be just as important as quantity

When it comes to healthy sleep, it's not just how long a person is at rest that matters. Other factors, such as how long it takes to fall asleep, keeping a regular sleep schedule and the overall satisfaction with sleep, can all affect heart and brain health, according to a new science report. The report summarizes the latest evidence on the relationship between multiple components of sleep and cardiometabolic health factors, such as body fat, blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure, as well as how healthy sleep affects physical health and mental well-being.

The scientific statement from the American Heart Association was published Monday in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.



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