Stress Hormones Increase When You Sleep Late
Dr. Sethi also warns about the connection between late sleep and high stress. When you stay up past your body’s natural sleep window, your cortisol levels go up. Cortisol is the hormone responsible for stress. High levels of cortisol at night can make it hard to relax and stay asleep. The result is poor-quality rest and more stress the next day. This hormonal imbalance can affect your heart health, immune system, and energy levels. It can even lead to high blood pressure and weight gain. When cortisol remains high for long periods, your body is stuck in a state of tension. Going to sleep during the best time to go to sleep helps lower cortisol naturally. Your body gets a chance to calm down, recover, and function at its best.
