Sleep is an essential part of one's life

Sleep disruption can have disastrous consequences,

It can also lead to diabetes

Sleep is such an important activity in one’s life. It not only helps rejuvenate but also provides calmness and helps maintain balance. 

However, lack of sleep can have disastrous consequences, including blood sugar levels. A bad sleep cycle can also mean disruption in circadian rhythms.  

Here are seven ways in which inadequate sleep may raise your blood sugar levels.

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Hormonal Imbalances: During sleep, the body regulates the release of several hormones that play crucial roles in glucose metabolism. Disrupted sleep patterns, such as insufficient sleep or poor sleep quality, can dysregulate the secretion of these hormones, particularly cortisol and growth hormone. 

Increased Insulin Resistance: Chronic sleep deprivation or poor sleep quality can lead to insulin resistance, a condition in which cells become less responsive to the effects of insulin. Insulin resistance results in impaired glucose uptake by cells, leading to elevated blood sugar levels. 

Appetite Regulation: Sleep plays a crucial role in regulating appetite hormones, such as leptin and ghrelin, which control hunger and satiety. 

Sympathetic Nervous System Activation: Poor sleep quality or insufficient sleep can activate the sympathetic nervous system, leading to increased stress hormone release (such as adrenaline and noradrenaline) and elevated blood pressure.