At any time, having good sleep quality is extremely important. As the saying goes: ensuring sufficient sleep every day increases one's lifespan. Only good sleep quality can eliminate the fatigue caused by the brain each day, allowing one to feel refreshed and energetic the next day.
However, if sleep quality is poor and one wakes up in the middle of the night and can't fall back asleep, people with this condition need to be cautious, as they might be suffering from one of the following illnesses.
1. Insufficient Qi and Blood
Waking up in the middle of the night is often due to insufficient Qi and blood in the lungs, which increases lung pressure and causes intense pain. Additionally, because the lungs lack sufficient Qi and blood and circulation is poor, the body will automatically wake up to protect itself, preventing lung damage due to insufficient Qi and blood.
2. Insufficient Blood Supply to the Myocardium
If one wakes up due to chest tightness in the middle of the night, it might be worth checking if there is an issue with the myocardium, such as myocardial ischemia. During sleep, the body is in a relaxed state, and bodily functions are less active. If the heart lacks blood, it directly affects the brain's surface, causing people to wake up due to chest tightness, thereby protecting the heart.
3. Excessive Liver Fire
If one wakes up around 2 AM, it could be due to excessive liver fire, as this is the time when liver fire is most active.
4. Menopausal Insomnia
If one has never experienced insomnia before the age of 40 but frequently has trouble sleeping afterward, especially waking up easily in the middle of the night, it is likely that one has developed menopausal insomnia. This disrupts the autonomic nervous system, and people in this age group are particularly prone to depression. Therefore, it is crucial to seek early treatment if this condition is detected.
So, how can one regulate their sleep schedule and ensure good sleep quality?
1. Ensure eight hours of sleep. A U.S. doctor conducted research on people's sleep and found that only eight hours of sleep can ensure human health.
2. To achieve good sleep, there are three points to consider:
First, engage in light activities before bed, such as taking a walk. Also, ensure good indoor air circulation by ventilating regularly.
Second, maintain a comfortable indoor environment and sleep primarily on your right side.
Third, follow your biological clock. Establish a regular sleep schedule, going to bed and waking up at the same time. Once you have a fixed biological clock, avoid changing it, especially on weekends.
