<h1>How Sleep Quality Affects Severity of Dysautonomia Symptoms</h1>

Getting good sleep is often much easier said than done for those with dysautonomia and related illnesses. Because the autonomic system isn't functioning properly (which has a lot to do with sleep quality), sleep isn't always as continuous or restful as they want and need it to be. A common issue with dysautonomia patients is unbalanced electrolyte levels, which are made worse by a diet that doesn't consistently supply good amounts of sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium. This disrupts sleep because, without these necessary electrolytes, various mechanisms in the body used for repair and digestion must 'rob' organs and tissues for these nutrients to complete their processes. This 'robbing' effect can disturb the body's electrical system, both sympathetic and parasympathetic, affecting daily energy as well as sleep quality.

 

And, if you add stimulants that overtax the body's adrenal system coupled with inadequate hydration, and you've got a recipe for poor sleep quality and low energy or fatigue the next day. This isn't a good practice, even for those without a dysautonomia diagnosis. Because of recent research, many doctors are looking first to improve sleep their chronic fatigue and chronic pain patients, and those with dysautonomia for sure. So it makes sense to take a look at your daily habits as the closer you get to a good diet, lower stimulant intake and proper hydration, the more likely you are to get better sleep, which helps reduce the severity of a variety of unpleasant bodily malfunctions.

 

Do your own research on the above points, share your findings with your doctor and work with them on how to better improve your sleep habits. Take your own measurements and see how much sleep actually makes you feel best, correlating that with what you did the during the day with diet, exercise, hydration, electrolytes, etc. Some people need only 6 hours while others need 8-9 hours of sleep per night--but you have to see what works for you and understand that how much sleep you need also varies with your body's overall health.  It may also be a good idea to take a break before you feel tired, if possible and certainly when you do start to feel tired. Bottom line--listen to your body as it is constantly telling you how to proceed by how you feel.

 

For the best advice on anything related to dysautonomia, do yourself a favor and check out Dysautonomia-MVP Center, LLC in Birmingham AL. Whatever questions you have about anything related to an autonomic disorder, the doctors here at this facility bring more than 40 years of successful treatment experience and can answer virtually any concern you have. Call them today at 205-286-3200 and schedule an appointment. One piece of information at the right time could change your life for the better!

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