How leaving lights on at night can lead to a dangerous disease

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ALBAWABA A recent study has found that exposure to bright light at night, particularly between midnight and six in the morning, significantly raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

The research was conducted by Australian scientists at Flinders University, highlighting the impact of light on sleep patterns, which are essential for maintaining healthy insulin sensitivity and stable blood sugar levels.

The findings indicate that nighttime exposure to light disrupts circadian rhythms, leading to changes in insulin secretion and glucose metabolism.

This disruption affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar levels and ultimately increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes.

Professor Andrew Phillips of Flinders University emphasized that maintaining a dark environment at night is a simple and cost-effective method to prevent or delay the onset of diabetes.

The study suggests that reducing exposure to light at night could play a critical role in diabetes prevention strategies.

By ensuring a dark environment during sleeping hours, individuals can support their body's natural processes in managing blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity, thereby mitigating the risk of type 2 diabetes.

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