Vitamins And Sleep Quality: Low Or High Levels May Impact Sleep And Cause Insomnia

Vitamins are essentially good for our health but, only when taken in the correct quantity. Excess or too less Vitamins can cause sleep related problems.

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Written By: Kinkini Gupta | Updated: June 28, 2023, 7:01 PM

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How Much Vitamin Is Enough?

Lack of sleep can make any person irritable and exhausted. We already know that, sleep problems can happen as a result of poor mental health, stress, lack of exercise or activities, etc. but, several studies have pointed out that it could also be caused by either Vitamin deficiencies or excess Vitamins in the body. According to experts, some Vitamins can help us sleep but it is not in the right quantity, it could cause insomnia and sleeplessness. So, before taking your supplements, always consult a doctor and never self-medicate.

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Vitamin D

Lack of Vitamin D in your body can impact your sleep quality. It can cause insomnia and sleeplessness. But make sure you do not overdose yourself because excess of Vitamin D can also cause sleep problems. Vitamin D may reduce the melatonin level, which is known to control your sleep cycle. This is how it can lead to insomnia.

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Vitamin C

Low levels of Vitamin C in the body can lead to less sleep, poor sleep, disruptions during sleep and uncomfortable sleep. But, research suggests that if the levels are correct, then it will not have any side effects on sleep.

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