Being a night owl may be the ultimate taboo. While it's understandable to crave the late-night energy, research suggests that this lifestyle could be putting your heart health at risk. According to a recent study published by the American Heart Association, those who consistently go to bed later and engage in more activities in the evening are more likely to experience cardiovascular disease.
The results of the study revealed a concerning trend: night owls had significantly higher rates of poor cardiovascular health compared to early risers. The difference was especially pronounced among women. In fact, night owls were 79% more likely to have subpar cardiovascular health scores.
So, what could be behind this correlation? Lifestyle factors such as smoking and poorer dieting habits are common among night owls, which can contribute to a higher risk of heart disease. Moreover, staying up late may disrupt the body's natural rhythms or circadian cycles, further increasing the risk.
Lead study author Sina Kianersi notes that "evening people" often experience circadian misalignment, meaning their internal body clock doesn't align with the natural day-to-night light cycle or typical daily schedules. This is a crucial factor to consider, as it can have far-reaching effects on overall health.
Interestingly, the study found that night owls were also more likely to experience a heart attack or stroke over an extended period of 14 years compared to those in the intermediate category. On the other hand, early risers had lower prevalence of low heart health scores.
While this research doesn't paint night owls as inherently unhealthy individuals, it does highlight the importance of adopting healthier lifestyle habits – particularly for those who tend to defy traditional sleep patterns. As researcher Kristen Knutson notes, "evening types have options to improve their cardiovascular health... they face challenges that make it particularly important for them to maintain a healthy lifestyle."
The results of the study revealed a concerning trend: night owls had significantly higher rates of poor cardiovascular health compared to early risers. The difference was especially pronounced among women. In fact, night owls were 79% more likely to have subpar cardiovascular health scores.
So, what could be behind this correlation? Lifestyle factors such as smoking and poorer dieting habits are common among night owls, which can contribute to a higher risk of heart disease. Moreover, staying up late may disrupt the body's natural rhythms or circadian cycles, further increasing the risk.
Lead study author Sina Kianersi notes that "evening people" often experience circadian misalignment, meaning their internal body clock doesn't align with the natural day-to-night light cycle or typical daily schedules. This is a crucial factor to consider, as it can have far-reaching effects on overall health.
Interestingly, the study found that night owls were also more likely to experience a heart attack or stroke over an extended period of 14 years compared to those in the intermediate category. On the other hand, early risers had lower prevalence of low heart health scores.
While this research doesn't paint night owls as inherently unhealthy individuals, it does highlight the importance of adopting healthier lifestyle habits – particularly for those who tend to defy traditional sleep patterns. As researcher Kristen Knutson notes, "evening types have options to improve their cardiovascular health... they face challenges that make it particularly important for them to maintain a healthy lifestyle."
. I KNOW SOME PEOPLE LOVE WAKING UP AT 5 AM AND GETTING A HEAD START ON THE DAY, BUT FOR ME, THAT JUST SOUNDS LIKE A BORING WAKE-UP CALL 
. BUT SERIOUSLY, IF YOU'RE A NIGHT OWL, DON'T THINK YOU CAN JUST IGNORE YOUR HEALTH RISKS JUST BECAUSE YOU FEEL GOOD LATE AT NIGHT. EAT BETTER, EXERCISE MORE, AND GET SOME SUNLIGHT IN THE MORNING TO KEEP YOUR BODY CLOCK ON TRACK 
, but still kinda bummed for all the night owls out there. Like, who doesn't love a good late-night gaming session or Netflix binge? But seriously, it's like they're trying to tell us something: our bodies are actually wired to have a certain rhythm and we need to listen 
. And poor dieting habits + smoking? That's just a recipe for disaster... not that I'm gonna sit here judging people who do those things, but come on! You know you should be eating more greens and less pizza 
. The study is saying that our internal clock doesn't have to be broken, we just need to find ways to sync it back up 
. So yeah, next time you're tempted to stay up till 3 am playing video games or watching cat vids on YouTube, think twice 
. I mean, think about it - most of us are wired to feel more alert at night but our bodies were meant to sleep during the day. this study just broke my heart, 79% more likely to have subpar cardiovascular health scores? that's like, almost all night owls 
. I'm not saying be an early bird, but maybe try to find a happy medium... your body (and family) will thank you 
. as a parent, it's hard to let go of the idea that she needs sleep to function properly (which is not true anymore, obvs), but at the same time, i don't wanna be all controlling and stuff... 
. anyway, gotta make sure she knows that sleep is not just for resting her body, it's also for keeping her heart healthy 
. might have to set some boundaries and establish a bedtime routine that works for both of us 
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according 2 this study, those who stay up late are actually more prone 2 cardiovascular disease... and its not just about smoking n dieting habits... being a night owl can disrupt ur body's natural rhythms! 
thats a big deal cuz it can lead 2 all sorts of other health problems like heart attacks n strokes 
i totally get the late night energy vibe, but apparently its not worth risking your heart health lol. like i know its tempting to stay up and watch your fav show or scroll thru social media before bed, but research says its just not worth it 
. especially with all the smoke and junk food habits that come with being a night owl... 
. dont get me wrong, i'm not saying we gotta be total morning larks or anything, but trying to sync our clocks with the universe might actually do some good for us 
I think this study is like a reflection of our society's 'pro-stay-up-all-night' culture 
. We're living in an era where working late and having social lives into the night are celebrated, but what about the consequences? It's like we're trying to rewrite our own internal clocks and that can't be good for our health 
. The fact that women were 79% more likely to have poor cardiovascular health is alarming - I wonder if this is related to the double shift some women take on with work and family responsibilities 
. And what about the impact of constant screen time? Are we just sleepwalking into an early grave, or can we make conscious choices to prioritize our well-being? It's time to rethink our 'night owl' lifestyle and consider a healthier balance 
. This study is actually kinda surprising - who knew going to bed later could be so bad for your heart? 
It makes sense that lifestyle factors like smoking and poor eating habits would increase the risk, but I never thought about how disrupting our natural rhythms could have such a big impact too. 
I guess it's time for me to try switching up my sleep schedule and see how my body reacts 
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. But the numbers are pretty alarming - 79% more likely to have subpar cardiovascular health scores? That's crazy! 
But this study is giving me some serious food for thought. My kid's bedtime has to be so early because their school starts at 8 am sharp, but I've always been a bit of a night owl myself. Lately though, I've started trying to get to bed earlier and it's made such a big difference in my mood and energy levels the next day.
but honestly it's not like being a night owl is the end of the world. people are different and we all need our own routine 
. because let's be real, not everyone can just wake up at 5am every morning 
. I mean, I'm a self-proclaimed night owl myself, but now I might need to rethink my sleep schedule 
Seriously though, it's not just about being a night owl, it's about how it affects your daily habits and lifestyle. You know, when I was in college, my friends and I would always go to the gym at 10 pm 
. We thought it was cool, but now I'm like... maybe we should've been doing that earlier? 
But, it's still kinda frustrating when everyone assumes you're unhealthy just because you don't sleep like a robot at 10 PM.
I feel like some of us night owls are just wired differently and need to find ways to adapt our lifestyles to stay healthy. More sleep tracking apps or something? 
. Maybe we just need to get creative with our schedules and find ways to make healthy habits work for us, even if it means being a bit unconventional 
i mean, yeah sure, some studies say its bad for ur heart health, but like whats the harm in staying up lat? we all know that smoking and dieting habits are more of an issue lol. and whats with this whole "circadian cycles" thing? cant just adapt to a new way of livin' 
79% higher risk of bad cardiovascular health? that's like, a major red flag 
. and yeah, I can get why it would disrupt your body's natural rhythms, especially if you're someone who's naturally a morning person like me 