How a good night’s sleep helps the immune system
Scientist, Dr Susan Oliver, and Julie the dog investigate how sleep affects the immunity system. They find that sleep plays a critical role in immune function. Sleep deprivation can increase your chances of catching a cold, lower your antibody response after vaccination, and even make you more prone to allergic reactions. Finally, they discuss some science-based tips for overcoming insomnia and getting a good night’s sleep.
Please note that this video discusses the science, and should not be considered medical advice. For that you should speak to your medical practitioner.
Links to studies discussed:
Sleep and inflammation: partners in sickness and in health
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41577-019-0190-z
Behaviorally Assessed Sleep and Susceptibility to the Common Cold
https://doi.org/10.5665/sleep.4968
Effect of Sleep Deprivation on Response to Immunizaton
https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.288.12.1469
Effect of sleep deprivation and exercise on reaction threshold in adults with peanut allergy: A randomized controlled study
https://spiral.imperial.ac.uk:8443/bitstream/10044/1/72537/2/Dua%20et%20al%20J%20Allergy%20Clin%20Immunol%202019.pdf
Please note that this video discusses the science, and should not be considered medical advice. For that you should speak to your medical practitioner.
Links to studies discussed:
Sleep and inflammation: partners in sickness and in health
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41577-019-0190-z
Behaviorally Assessed Sleep and Susceptibility to the Common Cold
https://doi.org/10.5665/sleep.4968
Effect of Sleep Deprivation on Response to Immunizaton
https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.288.12.1469
Effect of sleep deprivation and exercise on reaction threshold in adults with peanut allergy: A randomized controlled study
https://spiral.imperial.ac.uk:8443/bitstream/10044/1/72537/2/Dua%20et%20al%20J%20Allergy%20Clin%20Immunol%202019.pdf
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