{"id":27310,"date":"2023-03-10T04:41:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T04:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/?p=27310"},"modified":"2023-12-14T15:46:27","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T15:46:27","slug":"spring-sleepiness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/spring-sleepiness\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Treat Spring Sleepiness and Other Seasonal Sleep Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Transitioning from winter to spring seems like a relief after all that snow and cold weather. With spring\u2019s arrival comes increased warmth and sunshine and offers plenty of fun things to do outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But whether you\u2019re aware of it or not, the change in seasons can actually bring on seasonal fatigue. In fact, the Spring Equinox has a funny way of throwing your sleep schedule completely out of whack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most common spring sleep problems and how to treat them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Daylight Saving Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As Weiss notes, Daylight Saving Time<\/a> (DST) can cause sleep loss and circadian dysregulation. \u201cWe will face darker mornings, with later sunrises, which make it difficult to wake up in the morning,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, in the evening, you\u2019ll feel more alert, making it difficult to fall asleep. Weiss views this spring insomnia<\/a> as a form of jet lag<\/a> that can be detrimental to overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPeople may experience mood swings, irritability, increased daytime sleepiness, increased risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, and higher risk of accidents,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, what should you do about it? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weiss recommends sticking to a consistent sleep schedule and daytime routine. \u201cWake up and go to bed simultaneously every day, including on weekends,” she says. “Increasing exposure to light in the morning is also beneficial for staying alert during the day and sleeping better at night.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weiss adds that people with insomnia may experience more difficulty adjusting to DST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changes in melatonin production<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Change of season fatigue, or \u201cspring fatigue,\u201d as Weiss calls it, is marked by difficulty falling asleep, which she says is a fairly common complaint during spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changes in the photoperiod, or the duration of daytime, can also disrupt melatonin<\/a> production. This is also connected to DST\u2014and unfortunately, the increased fatigue can not only make people feel less than their best but can even cause an increase in car accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The approach to this is the same as what you would do following DST: adhere to a consistent sleep schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Since allergies<\/a> peak during spring and are often accompanied by a stuffed nose and post-nasal drip that complicates breathing, your sleep quality can suffer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To decrease allergy symptoms and achieve better sleep, Weiss recommends proactively avoiding exposure to triggers (pollen, dust, etc.), drinking more water<\/a>, sleeping with a humidifier<\/a>, and using saline solution to rinse and clean your nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weiss adds that people with obstructive sleep apnea<\/a> may experience respiratory issues caused by allergies (and also colds), which can affect their use of CPAP. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have obstructive sleep apnea, seek advice from your healthcare provider, advises Weiss, especially if you\u2019re experiencing nosebleeds, ear pressure, an extremely sore throat, shortness of breath, or a runny nose with a change in mucus color (from transparent to yellow or green). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why am I so tired in the spring?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you feel exhausted right after Daylight Saving Time, it\u2019s not in your head. The change in daylight and your daily schedule can impact your body\u2019s circadian rhythm and melatonin production, resulting in insomnia and overall tiredness.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you get rid of spring fatigue?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIncrease exposure to light in the morning, particularly in the first hour upon awakening, to jump-start your biological clock,” Weiss says. “In addition, exercise during the day<\/a> and keep a consistent schedule for meals and sleep. These behavioral changes strengthen the biological clock.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering why rain always makes you feel sleepy? Here’s<\/em> how weather affects your sleep<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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