Serving the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire of Georgia and South Carolina.
Friday, September 30, 2016
Good sleep is an important part of good overall health. However, many people don’t realize how truly essential quality sleep can be to their mental and physical well-being.
Sleep is the body’s way of resetting after all the work it has done throughout the day, so many health issues can be caused by poor sleeping habits. Because of this connection, sleep is an important part of providing our patients with holistic health services and recommendations.
People who get quality sleep are more alert during the day. This makes them less prone to making mistakes at work, better able to focus on important activities such as driving, and better able to deal with complex mental challenges. People who are not alert mentally are also less able to respond to physical stimuli and may be more prone to accidents due to these slowed reaction times.
There is no doubt about it: Lack of restful sleep can make most people downright crabby. When you don’t get enough sleep, you feel exhausted and often disoriented throughout the day. This often leads to a decline in mood. Put simply, everything seems better when you’ve had a full night of quality sleep.
Restful sleep is very much essential when it comes to overall physical health. Sleep is the body’s opportunity to heal and repair the blood vessels and the heart. People who have chronic lack of quality sleep have a higher risk of heart and kidney disease. Quality sleep can actually help keep blood pressure in check, prevent diabetes and prevent stroke. Studies have also found that people who get plenty of rest are less likely to become obese than those with chronic sleep issues. The hormones that control satiation (feeling of fullness) are replenished during restful sleep cycles. It appears that some obese people are simply missing the chance to build those hormones up in their body if they suffer from issues such as insomnia.
The best way to get your sleep schedule on track — and to feel healthier while you’re at it — is to see a sleep medicine specialist. A doctor can identify the source of the sleep problem and provide you with effective solutions that are customized for your situation.
If you are experiencing sleep issues, our Primary Care department at SouthCoast Health can help. Connect with your primary care doctor today to start finding solutions for a better night’s sleep by making an appointment online or by calling us at 912-691-3600.
Whether you are looking for a primary care doctor or a pediatrician, or another medical specialist, SouthCoast Health has you covered with its wide range of world-class healthcare services, available throughout the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. Founded in 1996, SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 17 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hilton Head, Hinesville, and Statesboro. SouthCoast Health offers comprehensive medical services including: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Allergy and Asthma, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Eye Care, Imaging, Infectious Diseases, Nephrology, Neurology, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Surgery, Clinical Trial Research Studies, Diabetic Self-Management Training Sessions, Dietetic Counseling, Laboratory Services, Massage Therapy, Optical Shop, Pharmacy, and Urgent Care.
SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 18 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hinesville, and Statesboro.
