If you are starting to have bloodshot eyes and wrinkled skin, it is possible that you are getting less than 6 hours of sleep. Not getting enough sleep can have long-term negative effects on your body. After a long day at work, you need to relax. Here’s what happens to your body if you do not hit the sack early and get a minimum of 6 hours of sleep:
Your Brain
People who work stressful jobs and have to go through a lot of pressure have trouble sleeping at night. Not getting enough sleep can make it harder for you to make decisions. Children who do not get enough sleep are most likely to be found daydreaming in class, as lack of sleep can make it difficult for them to concentrate.
Not getting enough sleep can also affect your memory, making it harder for you to remember things, so if you have an important test coming up, it is important you get plenty of sleep.
Your Eyes
Nobody likes to walk around with bags under their eyes. Women spend a lot of their time applying makeup to hide their dark circles. Lack of sleep will not only result in bloodshot eyes but it will also cause you to have dark circles and baggy eyes. Soon enough, your eyelids start to appear droopy and you will find it difficult to keep your eyes completely open during the day.
Your Skin
In a recent study, women were evaluated according to their sleep habits and the condition of their skin. Women who got more than 6 hours of sleep a day had smoother skin compared to women who got less than 6 hours of sleep a day. People who do not get enough hours of sleep are likely to have fine lines and wrinkles. The skin tends to lose its elasticity, making it appear loose. In addition, lack of sleep can also result in pigmentation and marked laxity, making your skin look dull and unattractive. So, if you want to look your best, you need to get your beauty sleep. This applies to you men as well.
Your Heart
In a recent study, it was found less than five hours of sleep and more than nine hours of sleep at night can have a negative impact on your heart. Getting less than 6 hours of sleep can increase your risk of developing coronary heart disease.
Your Weight
A recent study showed people who got less than 5 hours of sleep at night were more likely to gain weight and eventually become obese. However, those who sleep between 6 and 8 hours at night were able to do better in this regard. When you do not get enough rest, your metabolism slows down. This causes your appetite to increase and you consume more extra calories to feel full.
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