Sleeping Difficulties
A good night’s sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. But did you know there is a link between vitamin D deficiency and sleeping difficulty? Vitamin D is a nutrient essential for many different functions in the body, and recent research has shown that it may also play a role in regulating our sleep cycles.
A study found that people with vitamin D deficiency were more likely to have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep than those who were not deficient in vitamin D. It was suggested that vitamin D impacts the body’s sleep-wake cycle by influencing the production of melatonin, a hormone that helps us to feel sleepy. It was also revealed that vitamin D deficiency is associated with an increased risk of sleep disorders, including insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea.
Those concerned about getting enough vitamin D for a good night’s sleep must get some sunlight exposure every day. It is advised to spend time outside without sunscreen for 15-20 minutes so the skin can absorb some of the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
