Sleep and thyroid function
Sleep is an integral part of human health. Lack of sleep or its poor quality will affect the health of the whole body, including thyroid function.
The authors of the 2021 study, after examining multiple sources on the relationship between thyroid disease and sleep disorders, noted that hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism have many overlaps with various sleep disorders: insomnia, sleep apnea, and others.
Another 2021 study of 23 men showed that T4 and TSH were significantly higher in people suffering from poor sleep. The study found an association between sleep quality, stress and T4 levels in this study group. This study also showed that T4 and TSH thyroid function tests were significantly elevated with poor sleep. This suggests that sleep quality and stress levels may have an impact on thyroid function.
Given that thyroid dysfunction and sleep commonly co-occur, clinicians should be aware of this association when treating patients with thyroid dysfunction and circadian rhythm disturbances. Correction of sleep quality will be relevant when using an approach based on a comprehensive treatment of a person.
What actions will help maintain circadian rhythms and improve sleep quality:
Stick to a sleep schedule. Go to bed and wake up at the same time;
Try to capture as much daylight as possible during the day;
Cut down on your computer, TV, and other electronics an hour before bed. Exposure to blue light from these devices can interfere with sleep;
Be physically active. However, it should be borne in mind that it is better to finish sports training and other physical activities 3-4 hours before bedtime;
Avoid caffeinated drinks in the afternoon;
Avoid a hearty dinner shortly before bedtime. For quality sleep, try to finish dinner 2-3 hours before bedtime;
Incorporate various relaxation practices such as meditation or yoga;
Before going to bed, prepare the room: ventilate the room and use blackout curtains for maximum darkness in the room.
To improve sleep, you can use L-Theanine, magnesium in the form of glycinate, melatonin. As well as teas or supplements with valerian, lemon balm, chamomile and other herbals, which will have a good effect on the quality of sleep.
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