Cambio de Horario USA: Understanding the Health Implications
Cambio de Horario USA: Health Implications
The good news: you will enjoy an extra hour of sleep. The bad news: it will be darker for much of the upcoming months in the United States as Daylight Saving Time ends at 2:00 AM local time on Sunday, November 3rd. This standard time will last until March 9th, when we spring forward again. This change can be tough on your body as darker mornings and lighter evenings can disrupt your internal clock, making it harder to fall asleep on time for weeks or more. Studies even show a rise in heart attacks and strokes shortly after the March time change.
How Does It Affect Sleep?
- Understanding Internal Clocks: Your brain has a master clock that adjusts via exposure to sunlight and darkness, known as the circadian rhythm.
- Impacts on Sleep Patterns: Even a minor clock change can disrupt sleep schedules, as work and school hours remain constant, leading many to be sleep-deprived.
Preparing for the Change
- Gradually shift your sleep schedules leading up to the change.
- Seek more sunlight during the day to help reset your circadian rhythm.
- Stay informed about legislative proposals regarding the abolishment of clock changes in the USA.
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