1. Higher risk of heart disease and other cardiovascular problems
Chronic short sleep disrupts cardiovascular health — people sleeping under 7 hours per night have a significantly increased risk of hypertension, heart disease, stroke and other serious heart conditions.
2. Greater risk of obesity and metabolic disorders
Insufficient sleep correlates with weight gain, obesity, and an elevated risk of metabolic issues such as diabetes.
3. Impaired immune system & increased susceptibility to illness
Lack of proper sleep weakens immune responses, making you more vulnerable to infections and potentially slowing down recovery from illnesses.
