Aamir Khan, 60, once shared a few words of wisdom during a special chat with Netflix where he appeared alongside his daughter Ira. Stressing that is an essential part of life everyone should pay attention to, he said: “Sleeping eight hours or as much as you need or your body needs is such an important thing. Because when you are sleep-deprived, it affects your physical, mental, and emotional health.”
“So, I would say that for anyone going through any problems in life, the first thing they should do is start sleeping as much as their body needs,” Aamir said in November 2024. Ira chipped in, “Sleep, eat, water, and check your vitamins”.
“What you put inside you is very important. Some form of physical activity also really helps. Meditation is something that has helped me a lot as well,” Aamir continued.
Concurring with Aamir, Dr Ankit Bansal, consultant, internal medicine and infectious diseases, Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, , stressed that sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining good physical health and mental well-being. “Sleep plays a critical role in consolidation, emotional regulation, and physical recovery,” said Dr Bansal.
Sleep is essential for , immune system repair, and overall health. It involves multiple sleep stages, including REM and deep sleep, noted Dr Bansal.
Lack of sleep can make you feel irritated, frustrated, agitated, and also stressed. “While you sleep, stress hormones like cortisol tend to drop, which can help relieve stress. Good sleep can help you boost your mood levels, manage stress, reduce the risk of various health problems, and improve focus,” said Dr Aarti Ullal, physician and diabetologist, Gleneagles Hospital Parel.
Restful sleep is considered a medicine that can help cure various health issues. “Sleep is also vital for supporting various bodily functions. When you are in , your body tends to repair cells as the muscles start to rebuild and tissues heal,” said Dr Ullal.
One should aim for at least 8 to 9 hours of sleep every day. “Sleep needs can vary from person to person, and it also varies depending on your age,” noted Dr Ullal.
For a good night’s sleep, try to avoid drinking caffeinated drinks or using digital screens before your .
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