Exposure to light at night is linked to important and potentially harmful changes in the structure and function of the heart, according to a study of more than 11,000 people published in the European Heart Journal on Thursday.
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More light at night linked to changes in heart structure and function
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Too much light during nighttime sleep may damage the heart
Exposure to light at night is linked to important and potentially harmful changes in the structure and function of the heart, according to a study of more than 11,000 people published in the European Heart Journal on Thursday.
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Even a small amount of light exposure during sleep may change the shape and function of heart muscles, increasing the risk of future heart disease, a new study found. “Light pollution has emerged as a new risk factor for cardiovascular disease,” said senior study autho…
Many people sleep with a night-light their whole lives—though as they grow older, small plug-in light fixtures may be replaced by the glow of laptops or phone screens. While sleeping in a low level of light may be commonplace, doing so comes with its own health hazards, including altering the shape …
