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Is there a Dr in the house? Am I reading this correctly as if you improve your sleep you could possibly (I don't know the correct word to use here) improve? re
by chooseaname 6y ago
Is there a Dr in the house? Am I reading this correctly as if you improve your sleep you could possibly (I don't know the correct word to use here) improve? reduce? the plaque buildup in your arteries?
- adamsbriscoe 6y agoIt will reduce your risk. Poor sleep leads to an inflammatory cascade which can contribute to atherosclerosis. Also affects blood pressure; hypertension is a well-established risk factor for vascular disease. More reading here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3548567 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3548567
- chooseaname 6y agoThank you. I am glad these types of posts make it to HN, I just don't always understand them.