Improving the quality of your sleep can save you from serious health problems.

Although it is common knowledge that sleeping well is extremely important for health, some people find it difficult to improve the quality of sleep. The reasons for this are varied and range from sleeping difficulties to serious sleep disorders, which severely affect health.

Therefore, it is essential to discuss sleep and raise questions about how to improve its quality.

Sleep quality and its importance

Sleeping well is extremely essential for maintaining good health and well-being, so paying attention to the quality of sleep is essential. Neglecting to sleep well often is not healthy, as sleep deprivation can have serious health consequences.

• Factors that interfere with sleep

The average recommended amount of sleep for an adult is 7 to 8 hours, but the number of hours of deep rest is not the only indicator of good quality sleep. In cases of snoring and apnea, it is necessary to have medical follow-up because these two factors are indicators of sleep disorders.

• Why is it important to cherish quality sleep?

People who sleep less than 5 hours a night for a long period of time may have problems cognitive, dementia, greater tendency to depression and suicide. In addition, they become more vulnerable to diseases cardiovascular.

Therefore, sleeping badly in the long term can harm the body's balance and lead to various health problems.

• Sleep quality of Brazilians

The Institute for Research and Orientation of the Mind (IPOM) carried out a survey with the aim of finding out how Brazilians rate their sleep, and the result was not at all pleasant. The survey revealed that about 69% of Brazilians say that the quality of their sleep is not good, where they classified it as bad or unsatisfactory.

• Tips to improve sleep

Adopt a proper posture for a good night's sleep, stay away from light and noise completely, using correct pillows and in the correct way, as well as relaxing before bed are practices essential.