Daylight Savings and it’s Affect on Our Health
Every year on
the second Sunday in March (this year the 9th), we move our clocks
ahead an hour at 2:00am. Many of us don’t realize that every year during the
first week of Daylight Savings Time there is a spike in heart attacks. Why?
Research states that as we spring forward, many of us face sleep deprivation which
affects our heart health.
During the
first week, as our bodies adjust to the time change, we can face issues with our
sleeping patterns which can affect our concentration during the day. So what
can we do to get through the first week? Research has shown that going for a
brisk walk increases our serotonin which helps during this time. Taking a low
dosage of melatonin supplements also helps to regulate your sleeping patterns.
Keep healthy as you spring forward!
