Nightlife lifestyle increases risk of heart attack and stroke
American researchers have found that people who go to sleep at late hours have a 16% higher risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke.
The study was conducted by scientists from Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, analyzing data from more than 300,000 individuals with an average age of approximately 57. Among the participants, 8% identified themselves as “owls,” while 24% identified as “larks.”
Following nearly 14 years of consistent observation, it was revealed that late sleepers encountered cardiovascular diseases 79% more frequently, and their risk of heart attack or stroke was 16% higher compared to others. The negative impact of a nocturnal lifestyle is particularly noticeable among women.
Meanwhile, the probability of cardiovascular issues among “larks” is 5% lower compared to others.
Late sleep is often accompanied by bad habits such as smoking, irregular and poor-quality sleep, and the consumption of unhealthy food, which negatively affects sugar and cholesterol levels.
Scientists note that being a late sleeper is not a death sentence; however, it is crucial for enthusiasts of this lifestyle to adhere to the rules of a healthy lifestyle.