Study Links Short Sleep Duration to Higher Hypertension Risk

A comprehensive review of over 1 million participants across six countries reveals sleeping less than seven hours increases the risk of developing high blood pressure.

• Sleeping fewer than seven hours is associated with a 7% increased risk of developing high blood pressure, with the risk rising to 11% for those sleeping less than five hours.
• The study, pooling data from 16 studies conducted between January 2000 and May 2023, evaluated hypertension incidence in participants from six countries.
• Women who sleep less than seven hours face a statistically significant higher risk of developing high blood pressure compared to men.
• Lifestyle habits, such as overeating, alcohol use, and nightshift work, along with conditions like sleep apnea, are suggested as possible factors contributing to the increased risk.
• Further research is needed to evaluate the association between sleep duration and high blood pressure using more accurate methods, such as polysomnography.

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