Cardiologists nationwide are raising alarms about a common sleep routine that millions of Americans practice nightly, which is quietly heightening the risk of cardiovascular issues, including increased chances of heart attacks and heart failure. Recent studies show that getting less than six hours of sleep per night or having inconsistent sleep patterns disrupts the heart's natural healing processes, boosts inflammatory levels, and elevates blood pressure to hazardous heights during what should be rejuvenating hours. This danger is particularly pronounced in individuals over 40.
