Desk Report: When you wake up in the morning to the sound of your alarm after a less than satisfactory night’s sleep, it can be all too tempting to press the snooze button and stay in bed for a few extra minutes.However, doing so can be extremely detrimental for your health, causing both your body and your brain to become confused.
Experts from Sleep Clinic Services have explained why you should refrain from pushing the enticing snooze button, as it can lead to extended periods of sleep inertia.Sleep inertia is the feeling of grogginess that many people have when they get up in the morning, as explained by Silentnight.
This state usually only lasts for around 15 to 30 minutes as your mind and body gradually become more alert.However, according to research conducted by Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, it can last for up to two to four hours if you wake up during the early sleep cycle or during deep sleep.When you press the snooze button and go back to sleep, hormones may be released that trick your body into thinking that it’s about to fall into a deep sleep.Therefore, if you’re then abruptly woken up after a mere 10 minutes, being stirred from a state of deep sleep can make your body and mind feel out of sorts.
In addition to avoiding the snooze button, he also recommended steering clear from power naps and decaffeinated coffee.
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