Varun Mehta Varun Mehta Asked 7 months ago

Is too much sleep bad?

Sometimes I sleep for 9-10 hours on weekends, and then I wake up feeling even more tired. My friends joke that too much sleep is bad, but is there any truth to it? Can sleeping too much actually be detrimental?

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Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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When I was sleeping 10 hours a day, I used to wake up even more tired and lazy. I started drinking warm ginger water in the morning and setting a strict alarm. Over-sleeping actually dampens your digestion and body energy, so try to stick to 7-8 hours.

Kiran Bala Kiran Bala Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Try drinking a cup of warm chamomile tea at night to improve sleep quality so you don't need to sleep so many hours. However, if you are sleeping excessively and still feel extremely weak, dizzy, or depressed, please consult a medical doctor immediately.

Suresh Raina Suresh Raina Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I used to sleep for 10 hours daily, thinking I was just tired from work. I ignored it until a routine health checkup revealed severe thyroid issues and vitamin B12 deficiency. Please don't ignore constant over-sleeping; get a full blood panel done.

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Vikram Pal Vikram Pal Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, sleeping more than 9 hours regularly can make you feel very sluggish and is linked to health issues. Try to keep it under 8 hours.

Anjali Deshpande Anjali Deshpande Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Too much sleep can cause 'tamas' or lethargy in the body according to yoga principles. I used to sleep a lot due to sluggishness, but starting my day with Surya Namaskar and Kapalbhati helped immensely. It naturally balances your circadian rhythm.

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Rajeshwari Iyer Rajeshwari Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My teenage son started sleeping for 11-12 hours during his holidays, and he would still feel fatigued. We realized it was due to low vitamin D levels and lack of routine. Once we fixed his diet and routine, his sleep pattern returned to normal.

Swami Sharan Swami Sharan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Sleeping too much can sometimes be a sign that the soul is seeking escape from daily stress or fatigue. Stay positive and try to greet the rising sun. Engaging in light selfless service or spending time in nature can gently restore your vital energy.

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