Is 9 hours of sleep too much?

Question

Sometimes I wake up feeling even more groggy than when I went to sleep, especially if I've slept for a really long time. If I get 9 hours of sleep, is that considered too much sleep?

Nirmala Sharma · Accepted Answer

Nine hours is slightly on the higher side but usually fine. Try drinking a warm cup of herbal tea or haldi doodh before sleeping to see if it improves your sleep quality so you wake up earlier naturally. But if you feel tired all day, better get a checkup.

Sahil Khan · Answer

For active people who lift weights or run, 9 hours of sleep is absolutely fine and actually helps in muscle recovery. It is only too much if you are totally sedentary and still feel sluggish. Keep moving and stay active!

Rajiv Nandi · Answer

Before you worry and spend 2000-3000 rupees on unnecessary vitamin and thyroid tests at labs, just track your sleep routine for a week. Often, it's just basic tiredness from a hectic schedule and nothing major.

Baldev Singh · Answer

In our youth, we worked in the fields and slept 9 hours easily without any worry. Nowadays, people overthink every small thing. If you feel healthy and active, 9 hours is not too much at all.

Shweta Tiwari · Answer

It might feel like too much if you aren't physically active during the day. Try adding a 30-minute brisk walk in the morning or evening. You might find you need slightly less sleep and feel way more energetic.

Karan Malhotra · Answer

Arre chill bro, don't stress too much about sleeping 9 hours! Some days our body just needs that extra rest to recharge. If you feel good after waking up, you are perfectly fine.

Is 9 hours of sleep too much?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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