Why does sleeping more than eight or seven hours increase the odds for a stroke?
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There’s no definite answer, but I’ll also add that people who have sleep apnea tend to sleep longer, because they’re tired.
Sleep apnea increases blood pressure which increases the chance of stroke.
If thats the case then im in great danger for a stroke… I get 10 or more hours every night
If sitting in an office chair all day increases your chance for a stroke, then it makes sense laying in a bed all night increases your chance of a stroke. I’m not entirely convinced 8 hours of sleep makes sense biologically. I think naturally we would have at minimum biphasic sleep, but likely multiphasic sleep patterns.
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I must clarify that the statement “sleeping more than 7 or 8 hours increases the odds of stroke” is not entirely accurate. In fact, the relationship between sleep duration and stroke risk is more complex and not as straightforward as it might seem. Let me provide you with a more accurate explanation:
Several studies have investigated the link between sleep duration and stroke risk. Some research suggests that both short and long sleep durations may be associated with an increased risk of stroke, but the exact reasons for this relationship are not fully understood.
1. Short Sleep Duration: Getting consistently less than 7 hours of sleep per night has been associated with an increased risk of stroke. It is believed that insufficient sleep can lead to various health issues, such as high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes, which are risk factors for stroke.
2. Long Sleep Duration: While some studies have shown that getting more than 8 hours of sleep per night may also be associated with a higher risk of stroke, the evidence is not as clear as with short sleep duration. The reasons for this association are not yet fully explained, and more research is needed to understand this relationship better.
It’s essential to remember that correlation does not necessarily imply causation. Factors like age, overall health, lifestyle habits, and underlying medical conditions can also influence the link between sleep duration and stroke risk.
In summary, the key takeaway is that both inadequate sleep (less than 7 hours) and excessive sleep (more than 8 hours) may have implications for stroke risk. To reduce the odds of stroke, it’s essential to maintain a balanced sleep schedule and adopt a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, and managing stress. If you have concerns about your sleep or stroke risk, it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and guidance.
It makes it more likely for you to get woken up by a relative screaming at you. The startle might cause a stroke.
You gotta be wary of these correlation studies. They don’t explicitly say “causes” on purpose. They say “is associated with” because they don’t want to claim there’s a cause/effect relationship, but they certainly want you to think that long enough for a click.
There’s also research saying that napping more than one hour increases risks of various problems like heart disease and obesity, and could also lead to early deaths. But, like everyone has said about the original question, it’s not something you should take at face value.
A healthy person who eats well, gets physical exercise most days, and doesn’t smoke or drink *but* does take a few 1 hour naps throughout the month is going to be a different case than someone who eats primarily carb heavy foods filled with sugar, doesn’t exercise often, and does smoke or drink who also takes multiple 1 hour naps.
One is napping because their body needs to rest for a bit after exertion, the other is napping because their body isn’t functioning well enough to keep energy levels up throughout the day.
It does?! *sleeps way more in hopes of leaving this lonely life behind*
Total guess but I would say it is similar to sitting too long. Even though that is risky from restricted blood in the legs being sedentary in any position likely increases the chances of clots forming.
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