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Sleep Architecture for Hormones

Meaning

The clinical concept detailing the critical influence of the cyclical organization and quality of sleep—specifically the duration and sequencing of Non-REM and REM stages—on the pulsatile secretion and overall regulation of the endocrine system. Deep, slow-wave sleep is particularly vital for the release of growth hormone, while REM sleep influences cortisol and prolactin rhythms. Optimization of sleep architecture is recognized as a fundamental intervention for restoring hormonal homeostasis and metabolic health.