India, July 23 -- Your sleep-related habits are not something to be taken lightly. Sleep is widely regarded as a pillar of good health, as it helps repair and restore both the mind and body. Time and again, its importance is highlighted in medical research and health discussions.ALSO READ: Sleep doctor shares 2 rules to fix sleep routine and rest better: 'When you go to bed at 10.'

However, healthy sleep is not one-dimensional. It encompasses your bedtime routine, what you eat or drink before going to bed, the duration and the quality of your rest, and even behaviours such as snoring or waking frequently during the night. One possible ramification of consistently poor sleep is a heightened risk of high blood pressure.

We asked Dr Gaurav...