Why is sleep so important?
Understand the foundations of sleep and the profound impact it has on all areas of your life.
Sleep is essential to your wellbeing.
Sleep is often an underestimated aspect of our lives, yet it plays a pivotal role in maintaining our health and overall well-being.
The way we feel during the day is intricately linked to the quality of our sleep. While we rest, our bodies engage in vital processes that support both brain function and physical health.
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Heart and circulatory system
As we transition into deep sleep, our blood pressure and heart rate decline, providing our cardiovascular system with a much-needed break from the demands of wakefulness. It’s no surprise that individuals who struggle with insufficient sleep or frequent nighttime awakenings are more susceptible to serious conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, and stroke.
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Immune system
During sleep, immune cells spring into action, significantly boosting their activity. This heightened immune response plays a crucial role in protecting against infections. As a result, those who regularly experience inadequate sleep are more prone to colds and various infections.
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Cognitive ability and memory
Sleep is essential for learning and memory processes. A lack of sufficient and quality sleep can lead to difficulties in maintaining focus and clear thinking, impacting our daily activities. Globally, it's estimated that drowsy driving contributes to around 20% of road accidents, with thousands of lives lost each year.
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Alertness and coordination
Being awake for just 17 hours can impair your alertness to a level comparable to having a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05%. This highlights the critical issue of drowsy driving and the importance of prioritising sleep, as impaired alertness poses serious risks not only to the individual but also to others on the road.
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"Cleaning" the brain
During sleep, the brain activates the lymphatic system to clear out toxins that build up during the day, including proteins linked to neurodegenerative diseases like beta-amyloid. This process supports cognitive function and protects against conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, ensuring our brains remain healthy and sharp.
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Ageing, health and beauty
Quality sleep is crucial for maintaining a youthful look and overall health as we age. During sleep, the body repairs skin cells and reduces signs of ageing like wrinkles. It also balances hormones that affect appetite and stress, impacting weight and skin health. Lack of sleep can increase cortisol, leading to skin issues and inflammation. Prioritising sleep boosts both your health and a radiant, youthful appearance.
Moderate sleep deprivation produces impairments in cognitive and motor performance equivalent to legally prescribed levels of alcohol intoxication.
A Williamson and A. Feyer
The benefits of improved sleep
It’s essential to recognise that sleep is not merely a passive "rest" or an inconvenient interruption in our busy lives. While we slumber, our bodies undertake a multitude of critical processes that maintain our health and vitality in remarkable ways.
Sleep is a cornerstone of good health, and the benefits of better sleep are immense. When you improve your sleep quality, you’re likely to experience:
Enhanced focus and concentration
Feel more focused and alert, making it easier to tackle tasks throughout the day.
Better memory + cognitive function
Strengthen your memory and improve decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Increased productivity + creativity
A rested mind boosts productivity, efficiency, and sparks creativity.
Stabilised food consumption
Regulate hunger and make healthier food choices with balanced energy levels.
Elevated mood + emotional wellbeing
Enjoy a more stable mood and greater emotional resilience to life’s challenges.
Increased propensity to exercise
Increased energy and motivation make it easier to maintain an active lifestyle.
Better weight management
Balance appetite and metabolism to support healthier weight management.
Enhanced fertility + libido
Restore hormonal balance for improved reproductive health and sexual vitality.
Reduced risk of accidents + disease
Stay alert and coordinated and reduce risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease.
Your journey to better sleep could start today
The upsides of improving sleep health are countless, both now and for the future. Prioritising sleep not only contributes to your overall well-being but also leaves you feeling fantastic!
If you’ve been struggling with your sleep, now is the time to make a change.
Why work with me?
I help people design and build lives that support and not deplete. No Pills. Just Natural.
I’m Jessica, a qualified sleep and nutrition coach. I help people design lives that support their health and energy, not deplete them.
Using natural, science-based methods—no pills, no gimmicks—you can reclaim your nights and feel energised during the day.
Let me guide you on this journey to better sleep. There’s a way out of the fatigue, and I’m here to help you find it.
Shalon Brown | Toronto Canada
“I had the privilege of working with Jessica and with our very first session it was clear that I was in good hands. She genuinely cares about helping others. She has the remarkable ability to listen deeply and asks you the right questions to make you think critically about your life. She creates a space that is safe and nonjudgemental which allowed for exploration of my more difficult thoughts and feelings. She has a positive, calm approach with a clever way of getting results. If you are seeking clarity, support and guidance, I highly recommend working with Jessica”
Sarah M.
