Jakarta, goldensamoyed Indonesia
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Apart from patterns
eat
healthy and regular exercise, quality
sleep
Turns out it has a big role in maintaining heart health.
One simple habit that is often overlooked but is very important is sleeping in the dark.
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Healthline
, exposure to light during sleep can disrupt the body’s natural rhythm and impact metabolic functions, including those directly related to heart health.
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On the other hand, sleeping in the dark can actually help the body maintain metabolic stability, thus providing additional protection for heart health.
Healthline
explains that sleeping with exposure to light can affect insulin response and glucose metabolism.Metabolic instability like this is a risk factor that can increase cardiovascular problems, including high blood pressure and heart disease.
Benefits of sleeping in the dark
Although not yet officially published, the results of a study conducted by the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2025 found that there is evidence that sleeping in a dark room provides major benefits for cardiovascular health.
Sleeping in conditions without light allows the body to produce the hormone melatonin optimally.This hormone not only regulates sleepiness, but acts as a natural antioxidant that supports blood vessel function.
In addition, sufficient melatonin hormone can help lower blood pressure at night, reduce oxidative stress, and maintain healthy blood vessels, which contributes to a healthier heart.
Tips for sleeping comfortably in dark conditions
Simple habits such as turning off the lights before bed or using minimal lighting can have a big impact on long-term heart health.
So that you can still sleep comfortably at night in dark conditions, here are some tips you can do:
1. Install blackout curtains, because they are effective in blocking light from outside such as street lights, vehicles or neighbors’ neon lights.
2. Turn off all light sources in the room on electronic devices.
3. If you can’t make the room completely dark, wearing a sleep mask that covers the eye area could be a solution.
4. Close the light gap from the door or window.
5. Minimize the lights that are on outside the bedroom so they are dimmer and don’t reflect into the room.
6. Reduce the use of cellphones, TV and gadgets one hour before bed, so that melatonin production is not disturbed.
7. Create a relaxing sleep routine, such as taking a warm shower before bed, wearing soft sheets and making sure the bedroom is clean and tidy.
Sleeping in the dark not only makes you sleep better, but also helps maintain heart health in the long term, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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