Once again, it’s time to turn the clocks forward (at 2 a.m. Sunday) for Daylight Saving Time. The yearly change is sure to cause more than a few missed brunch dates, and perhaps some confusion over why the alarm is going off an hour early. But the shift in sleep schedule could have more serious effects on some people’s health, according to experts on circadian rhythm, particularly in people with depression or heart disease.
Is Daylight Saving Time Bad for Your Health?
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Another study of teens, published in the journal Sleep found that those who slept less than 8 hours on weeknights ended up consuming 2% more calories from fat and 3% more from carbohydrates than their well-rested peers. They also tended to get their calories from snacks instead of healthful meals. Cumulatively, this behavior can increase the risk of obesity and, in turn, the chances of developing cardiovascular disease later in life. Next: Memory and Learning More on Time.com: TIME's Pictures of the Week
