Adequate Sleep Adults—6 – 8 hours Children—Longer sleep Infants and toddlers—15 hours of sleep
Mar 26, 2015
Inadequate Sleep Weakens the Immune System Decreases ability to fight infections Decreases natural killer cells Increases secretion of interleukin-6 (IL-6) and
Tumor Necrosis Factor 6 hours of sleep for 7 days Increases risk of heart inflammation
Tests show that those who lack sleep have around 70% less antibodies compared to those with adequate sleep
Inadequate Sleep Increases Diabetes Risk Increases risk of type 2 diabetes
• Tests show that suppressing deep sleep for 3 nights increases blood sugar levels by 23%
• Inhibits insulin secretion
Inadequate Sleep Harms the Cardiovascular System Increases risk of death from heart disease Increases risk of clogging up coronary arteries Increases release of stress hormones Among research subjects:
• 27% of those who slept less than 5 hours each night developed coronary artery calcification
• Only 6% of those who slept more than 7 hours developed coronary artery calcification
Inadequate Sleep May Lead to Weight Gain Associated with lower levels of leptin, a
hormone that suppresses hunger May increase hunger pangs In tests, those who slept less than 8 hours daily wer
e twice as likely to be overweight or obese as those who slept for at least 10 hours
Causes of Inadequate Sleep—Excessive Stress Higher secretion of cortisol, a stress hormone Waking up more often during the night Poor sleep quality Lack of rest for brain and muscles
Causes of Inadequate Sleep—Poor Sleep Environment Excessive noise Bright lights Televisions or computers Heat or cold Poor bedding Bed partners with sleep problems
Causes of Inadequate Sleep—Inappropriate Habits
Spicy, fatty or sour foods—Trigger heartburn High-fat, low-fiber foods such as meat products—Indigestion
and constipation Milk—Increases gastric acid Caffeine and other stimulants—Stimulates central nervous
system Nicotine Alcohol—Disrupts rapid eye movement sleep
• Alcoholism—Increases risk of having obstructive sleep apnea
For Comfortable Slumber
Regular sleep habits Create an environment conducive for sleep Relax Use plant foods that aid sleep
Lavender
Improves sleep quality Expands coronary arteries, improving blood
circulation
• Reduces cortisol, a stress hormone Reduces anxiety
• Relieves tension headaches, migraines, palpitations and insomnia
• Relaxes the digestive tract
Lavender
Relieves pain
• Inhibits hormonal reactions that cause inflammation and pain
Aids body repair
• Anti-bacterial—helps to relieve infections in digestive and respiratory systems
• Perillyl alcohol—anti-cancer
• Reduces fevers
Antioxidant function
Passion Fruit
Tranquilizes Flavonoids and alkaloids
—promote sleep Serotonin—may promote quality sleep
Serotonin deficiency—may lead to insomnia and depression
Lycopene (an antioxidant)—scavenges
free radicals; helps to reduce disease
risk
Chrysanthemum
Aids sleep by relieving stress Refreshes the senses, producing a calming effect Antioxidant property Anti-tumor Anti-inflammatory Helps to improve blood circulation
and hypertension Improves detoxification and vitality Rich in phytochemicals
Huang-Qin
Protective effects on the immune system Antioxidant property Anti-tumor Helps to lower levels of fat in blood Relieves anxiety and nervousness
Huang-Qin
Cooling properties Anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-allergy Anti-inflammatory Natural melatonin—regulates natural sleep to overc
ome obstacles to sleep• Has the highest concentration of melatonin of up to
7,110 ng/g
Melatonin
Melatonin• Secreted by the pineal gland • A hormone that promotes natural sleep
Controls the body’s biological clock Regulates natural sleep Helps to overcome obstacles to sleep Immunity-regulating functions Anti-aging property
Melatonin
Decreases with age Melatonin deficiency leads to:
• Insomnia• Interrupted sleep• Lethargy• Amnesia
Suitable melatonin supplementation • Regulates melatonin levels• Improves sleep quality• Improves overall body function
Artificial Melatonin
Derived from chemicals Risks and side effects
• Abdominal pain
• Prolonged drowsiness
• Severe in those with weakened immunity
• Dependence
Who should avoid artificial melatonin? Those with psychological conditions Severe allergies Cancer patients Expectant and breastfeeding mothers May interact with other medications,
leading to severe side effects
Animal-derived Melatonin
May contain biological contaminants or viruses Permanent nerve damage Fatal diseases May cause body contamination
Natural Melatonin—Plant Foods
Higher melatonin levels in flowers and seeds Natural and wholesome Low levels Good sleep-promoting effects Does not harm health Regulate the body’s melatonin Rich in fiber and many other
nutrients
Will the effects of ESSERENE wear off with long-term consumption? No Natural plant foods Natural melatonin from plants Does not cause drug resistance
Will I see effects immediately after taking ESSERENE? Helps to regulate the endocrine system Stimulates the body to secrete melatonin Long-term consumption enhances effects
Will taking ESSERENE cause drowsiness and affect daily activities? No
Natural plant foods Safe and natural No side effects