How many hours of sleep do you get each night? While you sleep, your body works to support healthy brain function and maintain your physical health, making rest one of the most important things you can do for your wellbeing. At Vilafortuny in Dubai we take sleep seriously as a pillar of good health.
What happens when you sleep
As you fall asleep, your blood pressure and heart rate fall, and your parasympathetic system takes over so your heart does not work as hard as it does when you are awake. You breathe less often and less deeply, taking in less oxygen. For people with existing health problems, these natural changes can sometimes create challenges, which is one reason quality sleep matters so much.
Sleep and your overall health
Numerous studies have linked short sleep, defined as fewer than seven hours a night, with a greater risk of weight gain and a higher body mass index. Sleep affects almost every tissue in the body, influencing growth and stress hormones, the immune system, appetite, breathing, blood pressure, and cardiovascular health. The evidence is now so strong that prioritising sleep can meaningfully reduce illness, which is why it deserves the same attention as any other pillar of health.
Simple steps for better sleep
Treat your bedroom as a sleep sanctuary, kept calm and restful. Adding some magnesium to your diet and doing a little gentle stretching before bed can help, as can cutting digital devices before sleep. A short guided sleep meditation or mindfulness practice in bed is another simple way to wind down.
Support for better sleep at Vilafortuny, Dubai
Established in Dubai since 2006, Vilafortuny offers GP care to help uncover the causes of poor sleep and support healthier rest. To discuss your sleep, book an appointment at Vilafortuny on Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3, Dubai.
