How Much Sleep Does Your Heart Need?

We all know that sleep helps us feel refreshed, but did you know it also gives your heart a break? While you rest, your heart slows down, your blood pressure drops, and your body enters repair mode. This downtime is essential—not just for your energy levels, but for your long-term heart health.

At Active Heart Clinic, we often remind patients that a healthy lifestyle includes more than just eating right and exercising. Quality sleep is just as important. So how much sleep does your heart actually need, and how can you get it? Let’s find out.