Why can you have nightmares and how to get rid of them?

CEO of sleep products company Blue Sleep

How does our daily life affect the quality of our sleep? How to get rid of nightmares? When should you consult a doctor?

Paralysis, painful memories, creepy scenarios – any nightmares in sleep have a bad effect on health, physical and psychological state. It is important to take into account that some diseases and lifestyle can also cause frightening dreams. Let’s understand what causes sleep problems and what to do about it.

A dense dinner can also cause creepy dreams. Metabolic processes are triggered, the brain goes to work and affects dreams.

Taking medications such as antidepressants, neurotransmitters, blood pressure pills provoke and change some chemical reactions in the brain. Because of which it can start generating scary visions.

Nightmares at night often come with apnea (breathing disorder), restless leg syndrome and insomnia.

Noise and light in the bedroom negatively affects the quality of sleep. Only in complete darkness is the hormone melatonin produced, and it is responsible for the quality and completeness of a good night’s rest.

Avoid stress
Stress causes not only nightmares, but also high blood pressure, low immunity, stroke, depression, premature aging and other troubles. Avoid conflicts at work and at home, exercise, eat good and proper food, have a good rest.

Starthealthy habits
First you should get rid of bad ones. Smoking, coffee and alcohol abuse are triggers for your nervous system. Therefore, it is worth eliminating them. But a walk before bed and a warm bath will definitely benefit you and your sleep.