Lack of sleep and relationship problems influence health

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Extract from the article: Sleep and relationship problems feed off each other, increasing the risk of long-term health problems. Sleeping less than seven hours and the stress of arguments are two factors that can increase the body's inflammation level. A risk factor for diabe

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Sleep and relationship problems feed off each other, increasing the risk of long-term health problems. Sleeping less than seven hours and the stress of arguments are two factors that can increase the body's inflammation level. A risk factor for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease and chronic disorders. Problems with money, communication, or in-laws, for example, coupled with lack of sleep can influence the rate of inflammation.

For every hour of sleep lost, the levels of the two most important inflammatory markers increase. These are C-reactive protein, which enables the mobilisation and activation of white blood cells, as well as the stimulation of phagocytosis, a well-known process of cell destruction: its high level indicates that the patient is suffering from an inflammatory disease. Then the sedimentation rate, i.e. the time needed for the blood cell elements to settle freely. It is when lack of sleep and stress are combined that there is an increased risk. When the night is short, arguments tend to escalate.

This vicious circle has an even greater effect on inflammation, which can increase considerably for every hour of sleep lost after a major anger. The ideal way to protect one's health is to sleep at least seven hours a night and to improve communication within the couple. 

Jean ELI