October 08, 2025

Irregular Sleep Patterns Increase Your Risk of 172 Diseases

6 minutes

Poor sleep traits were tied to 172 diseases, including Parkinson's, diabetes, and liver fibrosis, with many showing doubled or tripled risk
Keeping a consistent sleep rhythm mattered more for disease prevention than simply getting a set number of hours
Chronic inflammation was identified as a key pathway connecting disrupted sleep to widespread health problems
Simple lifestyle changes such as earlier bedtimes, reduced evening light, and no late-night meals significantly improve sleep quality
Eliminating electromagnetic clutter in your bedroom helps your nervous system fully relax, allowing for deeper and more restorative rest

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By Dr. Mercola

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October 08, 2025

6 minutes

Poor sleep traits were tied to 172 diseases, including Parkinson's, diabetes, and liver fibrosis, with many showing doubled or tripled risk
Keeping a consistent sleep rhythm mattered more for disease prevention than simply getting a set number of hours
Chronic inflammation was identified as a key pathway connecting disrupted sleep to widespread health problems
Simple lifestyle changes such as earlier bedtimes, reduced evening light, and no late-night meals significantly improve sleep quality
Eliminating electromagnetic clutter in your bedroom helps your nervous system fully relax, allowing for deeper and more restorative rest

...more