According to a study by the European Society of Cardiology, catching up on sleep on the weekends may reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 20%

 

According to a study by the European Society of Cardiology, catching up on sleep on the weekends may reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 20%. This is because weekend sleep recovery can help mitigate the negative effects of chronic sleep deprivation, such as inflammation, blood pressure regulation, and insulin sensitivity.

However, it is important to note that weekend catch-up sleep does not fully compensate for chronic sleep deprivation. It takes longer to recover from prolonged sleep deprivation than the amount of sleep lost.

In other words, getting enough sleep throughout the week is essential for heart health. While weekend sleep recovery can offer some benefits, it is not a substitute for good sleep habits.