Good sleep is very important for health. After a good night’s sleep, the next day goes better. With this we remain active the whole day and work with dedication. But many times sleep is not complete till late night due to mobile phone, TV or artificial light.
When there is light at night, the amount of a hormone called melatonin in your body decreases. This hormone controls your feeling of sleep. When there is too much light, your internal clock thinks it is still daytime so you need to wake up. Because of this your sleep is seriously affected.
effects of artificial light
Artificial light has become such a part of our lives that it is very difficult to survive without it. We start our day with light and keep the light on even while sleeping at night. But you will be surprised to know that artificial light has now become a threat to your sleep.
Artificial light affects our body in many ways. When we come in contact with this light, our body reduces the production of melatonin. Due to this, we start facing problems like difficulty in sleeping, tiredness during the day, mood swings, weight gain, eye problems etc.
Ways to avoid this
To avoid coming in contact with artificial light, first of all you have to turn off all the lights in your room before sleeping at night. Apart from this, do not use electronic devices while sleeping, do not consume alcohol, fix a time daily for sleep. Read a book or listen to relaxing music before sleeping. Even after taking all these measures, if you are having trouble sleeping, then definitely consult a doctor.
Disclaimer: Some information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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