{"id":85594,"date":"2024-01-12T12:33:53","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T12:33:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/?post_type=articles&p=85594"},"modified":"2024-01-12T12:33:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-12T12:33:53","slug":"best-time-to-sleep-according-to-science","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/best-time-to-sleep-according-to-science\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Time to Go to Sleep (According to Science)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"sleep-dream-bed-stress\"<\/p>\n

The best bedtime varies, but scientists have identified a fundamental rule. It doesn’t matter if you’re an early riser or a night owl; sleep science has determined the optimal bedtime<\/strong> for feeling good, maintaining health and mental well-being, and functioning at your best every day.<\/p>\n

Occasionally<\/em> staying up late is fine, but a generally consistent and healthy sleep schedule is crucial.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Researchers suggest there’s an optimal time to go to bed.<\/p>\n

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\"sleep-rest-mask-dream\"<\/p>\n

How Many Hours of Sleep do You Truly Need<\/h2>\n

How many hours<\/strong> one should sleep per night varies throughout life.<\/p>\n

Beyond age, our sleep needs are influenced by factors such as genetics, individual circadian rhythms, and lifestyle habits, including diet and exercise.<\/p>\n

On average, according to the National Sleep Foundation, an adult needs seven to nine hours of good-quality sleep<\/strong> each night for a healthy life.<\/p>\n

To decide on the best bedtime, it’s essential to consider how much sleep you need to feel rested, as everyone’s sleep needs differ.<\/p>\n

Some function well with only 6-7 hours per night, while others need over nine hours to feel rested.<\/p>\n

\"sleep-winter-tired-dream-bed-stress\"<\/p>\n

When is the Best Time to Go to Sleep?<\/h2>\n

According to scientific research, specific bedtime and wake-up times can significantly impact sleep quality.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In general, the body and brain slow down in darkness and start waking up when the sun rises. Therefore, the best sleep quality<\/strong> is achieved by going to bed between 10 pm and midnight and waking up around 7 am.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Several studies support this idea.<\/p>\n

A study involving over a thousand Japanese workers found that those who went to bed later than midnight were more likely to experience depressive symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another study discovered that people who preferred later bedtimes also had higher levels of repetitive negative thoughts<\/strong>, such as dwelling on problems or negative experiences, which, in turn, affected their sleep quantity.<\/p>\n

However, both sleep quantity and quality are equally important.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Establishing a consistent nighttime routine could improve your rest quality and, consequently, your waking life’s quality.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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