Midnight Scrolling? Study Links Smartphone Use Before Bed To Higher Diabetes Risk
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A study from Monash University followed 85,000 individuals for nine years, discovering a significant link between nighttime light exposure and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Large study suggests nighttime light exposure disrupts sleep and raises diabetes risk independent of sleep duration. Exposure to artificial light at night, particularly between midnight and 6:00 am, may significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a new study.
Researchers at Monash University in Australia followed nearly 85,000 people between the ages of 40 and 69 for nine years, tracking their light exposure through wrist-worn devices.
The study found a strong correlation between nighttime light exposure and the development of type 2 diabetes. Those in the top 10% for nighttime light exposure had a 67% higher risk of developing the disease compared to those with the least exposure. This association remained even after accounting for factors like sleep duration and overall health habits.
