By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor11.09.21
Comprehensive data collection on sleep, an important topic for dietary supplement researchers, begins with factoring key differences in rates of sleep needs, and disorders, according to Fiona Baker, PhD, senior program director for SRI International’s Center for Health Sciences, who spoke at the Council for Responsible Nutrition’s Science in Session event in October.
“Men and women even interpret what ‘sleep quality’ means differently,” Baker said. “Women are more likely to be morning types, and tend to have shorter circadian rhythms. They have more deep sleep and less light sleep, and feel less wakefulness after sleep onset than men do.”
Women are substantially more likely to experience insomnia, which is linked to hormonal changes, and comorbidities such as anxiety and depression, Baker noted. The reproductive cycle, especially post-menopause, is also a clear differentiating factor when it comes to risks of developing sleep disorders. While research is limited when it comes to the role that diet plays in sleep, aside from certain dietary supplement ingredien
“Men and women even interpret what ‘sleep quality’ means differently,” Baker said. “Women are more likely to be morning types, and tend to have shorter circadian rhythms. They have more deep sleep and less light sleep, and feel less wakefulness after sleep onset than men do.”
Women are substantially more likely to experience insomnia, which is linked to hormonal changes, and comorbidities such as anxiety and depression, Baker noted. The reproductive cycle, especially post-menopause, is also a clear differentiating factor when it comes to risks of developing sleep disorders. While research is limited when it comes to the role that diet plays in sleep, aside from certain dietary supplement ingredien
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