What REALLY happens to your body when you don’t get enough sleep: Experts share the results of a poor night’s rest – from brain fog to bad skin

Experts have revealed exactly what happens to your body and mind when you don’t get a decent night’s sleep. Sleep deprivation is a problem for many Australians, as 7.4 million adults say they don’t get enough rest, according to a report by the Sleep Health Foundation. Some of the issues you might face when struggling with sleeplessness are poor concentration, lacklustre skin and being more susceptible to illness. 1. Memory and concentration problems As well as restoring the body, sleep is also vital for re-balancing the mind. Sleep.org explained when people are awake, the brain actively produces a chemical called adenoisne, a by-product of cell activity. A build-up of this chemical causes you to feel sleepy, and while you sleep your body clears itself of this chemical, which helps you to wake up feeling refreshed and alert. Gallery: These tips will help you sleep better (Showbizz Daily) If you’ve not slept well, you may find yourself battling ‘brain fog’ – a consequence of not clearing your system of adenoisne. Experts at Bed Threads also said even one night’s interrupted sleep has an impact on brain function, in particular on memory. ‘Activity in the memory centre of the brain (hippocampus) is reduced. This means that you’ll find it harder to solve problems and remain focused throughout the day,’ they said. It can be difficult enough avoiding the many germs circulating in offices or on public transport. But one thing you can to boost you immune system is to ensure you get the required amount of slumber each night. Without proper sleep, the body is unable to perform its natural healing processes including repairing damaged cells or releasing ‘fighter’ cells. This means if you’re exposed to bugs or viruses, your body may be more susceptible to illness. You’ve likely heard the […]

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