

Getting enough sleep gives many benefits to health, whereas if you are not getting enough sleep continuously, then it can cause many health related problems.
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New Delhi: We all know that good and complete sleep is necessary to stay healthy and fresh. Sleep has a profound effect on our health. Getting enough sleep gives many benefits to health, whereas if you are not getting enough sleep continuously, then it can cause many health related problems. Often, whenever it comes to getting enough sleep, people focus only on the hours of sleep.
However, to stay healthy, not only the hours of sleep but also the time of sleep matters. Recently a study has come out, in which this has been revealed. According to this study, the time of sleep is not only related to rest, but it is deeply related to your overall health. Therefore, every age person has his own fixed time and hours of sleep. Let's know about this study in detail and know what is the right time to sleep for every age-
What does the study say?
According to a study published in the European Heart Journal, people who went to sleep between 10 pm and 11 pm every day had a significantly lower risk of heart disease than those who were sleeping early or late. This proves that matching your sleep time with your body's natural rhythm can protect your heart and improve overall health.
The study also revealed that the right time to sleep changes with age. Children need more sleep for better development, while teenagers naturally stay up late, adults need a balance between productivity and rest and the elderly benefit from sleeping early. Let's know what time of sleep benefits people of which age-
Children (5-12 years)
Sleep time: 7:30 pm-9:00 pm
How many hours of sleep is required: 9-12 hours
Children need adequate sleep for better development, learning and emotional stability. So sleeping early and at a regular time can help improve mood, concentration and immunity. Lack of sleep can lead to irritability, lack of focus and even weight problems.
Teenagers (13-18 years)
Bedtime: 10:30 pm-11:30 pm
How many hours of sleep needed: 8-10 hours
Teenagers often experience a natural change in their sleep cycle, causing them to wake up more at night. Maintaining a regular bedtime ensures that they get enough rest for brain development, mood regulation and good academic performance.
Adults (18-64 years)
Bedtime: 10:00 pm-11:00 pm
How many hours of sleep needed: 7-9 hours
Adults should set a fixed bedtime to stay in sync with their circadian rhythm. Failure to do so can lead to fatigue, reduced productivity and an increased risk of lifestyle diseases like high blood pressure or diabetes.
Older adults (65+ years)
Bedtime: 9:00-10:00 pm
How many hours of sleep required: 7-8 hours
Older adults often wake up early and have a shorter sleep cycle. Sleeping early is in line with their natural circadian rhythm and helps maintain heart health, mental clarity and overall health.