Sleep? What's that?

I and many other cysters find that insomnia is a major pain in the backside when it comes to bed time, i have been taking 'kalms' http://www.boots.com/en/Kalms-Sleep-50-Tablets_16650/ and ladies it works :D... Theres actually a way out of the sleep monsters grip :)...

there  are two reasons why PCOS and Insomnia is connected


(1) glucose intolerance / insulin resistance
(2) an imbalance of the ratio of oestrogen to progesterone

Insulin Resistance / high blood sugar levels put pressure on the adrenal glands, which as a conciquence release of too much cortisol. This excess of cortisol causes anxiety and makes it difficult to relax, and ultimatly fall asleep.

Also, an excess of oestrogen and lack of progesterone are huge factors  these are two female hormones. Progesterone is the ‘feel good’ hormone.

Here’s a list of some of the things it does:

• Reduces mood disorders (eg. anxiety, depression)
• Relieves endometriosis and PCOS
• Increases energy and libido
• Balances blood sugar levels and thyroid function
• Is necessary for fertility and maintaining pregnancy
• Relieves menopausal symptoms
• Reduces hair loss
• Improves sleep

Progesterone levels can be increased by using a progesterone cream.

Sleep pnea is also connected to PCOS as many cysters suffer with it due to the hormoanal imballence and weight issues that cause a rise in the insulin resistance. there are 3 different  types of Sleep Apnea.

1. central sleep apnea (CSA),
   
2. obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and
   
3. mixed sleep apnea (both central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea).

During sleep, the brain instructs the muscles of breathing to take a breath.

• Central sleep apnea (CSA) occurs when the brain does not send the signal to the muscles to take a breath, and there is no muscular effort to take a breath.
  
• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the brain sends the signal to the muscles and the muscles make an effort to take a breath, but they are unsuccessful because the airway becomes obstructed and prevents an adequate flow of air.
  
• Mixed sleep apnea, occurs when there is both central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea.

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