New Delhi: Daisuke Hori from Japan is making headlines for his unbelievable sleep schedule it involves snoozing for only 30 minutes a day for 12 years, and he did so to reportedly double his lifespan. The 40-year-old claims that he has trained his body and mind to function on minimal sleep and this practice has reportedly significantly improved his efficiency at work. As per the South China Morning Post, it is said that as long as one drinks coffee and exercises an hour before eating, it can kill drowsiness. An entrepreneur, Mr Hori stressed the importance of quality sleep rather than long sleep to improve focus. But how healthy is it?
In an interaction with News9Live, Dr. Bhumesh Tyagi, General Physician at Sharda Hospital, explained how lack of sleep can affect the body.
“Merely getting 30 minutes of sleep every day is widely regarded as undesirable and might result in numerous long-term health issues. Chronic sleep deprivation has detrimental effects on both mental and physical health, notwithstanding claims of greater work productivity. All medical professionals advise making getting enough sleep a priority to preserve general health and cognitive function,” said Dr Tyagi.
Side effects of lack of sleep
The brain needs sleep to perform its many functions, such as problem-solving, emotion control, and memory consolidation. Cognitive impairment from sleep deprivation affects decision-making and productivity. Insufficient sleep has a detrimental effect on mood, causing emotional instability and disorders including anxiety and despair. Studies have revealed a substantial positive correlation between depression and insomnia, suggesting a two-way interaction that may lead to a vicious cycle of poor sleep and mental health problems.
Experts recommend that adults aim for at least seven hours of quality sleep each night to ensure optimal health and functioning. Achieving this amount of sleep supports not only physical health but also critical neurocognitive functions, including memory consolidation and problem-solving skills. Sleep is necessary for a healthy immune system. A lack of sleep can weaken your immune response, making you more susceptible to infections and illnesses.
While the idea of sleeping only 30 minutes a day might sound appealing for productivity, it is not a healthy practice. Most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per night for optimal health and functioning. Extreme sleep deprivation can have severe consequences on both mental and physical health.
The brain needs sleep to perform its many functions, such as problem-solving, emotion control, and memory consolidation. Cognitive impairment from sleep deprivation affects decision-making and productivity. Insufficient sleep has a detrimental effect on mood, causing emotional instability and disorders including anxiety and despair. Health News Health News: Latest News from Health Care, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare
