How are sleep and heart disease related? by Connie b. Dellobuono
Answer by Connie b. Dellobuono:
Our brain detoxes during sleep. When the brain gets rid of toxins, it also benefits the heart.
Resting our heart muscles is important as exercise. Interrupted sleep and apnea are signs of impending heart issues. My routine to get a good sleep is calcium and magnesium in the evening (melatonin every other day, omega3), turning off all lights, comfortable room temperature and just meditating by repeating same prayer or counting (to rid our minds of other thoughts). I also have a glass of water on my bedside.