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Artificial lighting is now available around the clock, with many of us looking at bright screens in the evening. But did you know, keeping a night light on while you sleep can spike your blood sugar levels? (Source: Freepik)
Dr Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant; HOD - Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru, said that there are a few animal studies which showed that exposure to artificial light at night increases sugar levels in lab animals. "It has been hypothesized that exposure to artificial light at night will also alter our body's metabolism and circadian sleep rhythms. This can affect the secretion of hormones like melatonin and steroids which can cause an increase in the level of sugars in our body," she explained. (Source: Freepik)
What is the best way to sleep at night to avoid insulin spikes? The answer lies in having an early dinner. (Source: Freepik)
"Reduce exposure to screen which emits blue rays that keep our brain active and stimulated. This again increases the cortisol production and worsens the sugar level," she said. (Source: Freepik)
Switch off lights while sleeping to avoid using any kind of artificial light in the bedroom. (Source: Freepik)
Also, avoid caffeinated drinks post 4 or 5 pm which can keep your mind and body active. (Source: Freepik)
