How does lack of sleep affect women's reproductive health?
Lack of sleep can severely impact women's reproductive health. Sleep is essential for hormonal balance, and disrupted sleep patterns can lead to irregularities in the menstrual cycle, reduced fertility, and exacerbation of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Poor sleep can also affect the levels of reproductive hormones like estrogen and progesterone, potentially leading to conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).