A doctor who graduated from Harvard University has revealed the dangerous effects going to sleep after midnight has on our brain.
Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, shares his experience and knowledge with his 504,000 followers on TikTok (@doctorsethimd).
He recently issued an urgent warning to people using plastic water bottles and heating up their leftovers in takeaway containers, as the material is showing up in our brains, reports What’s The Jam.
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Now, the 42-year-old has revealed the dangerous effects going to sleep after midnight has on our bodies – especially our minds.
In a clip, which has racked up 29,000 views and hundreds of likes, he explains the four ways in which our body suffers.
“If you regularly stay up past midnight, you might experience several health issues,” the doctor, from California, US, says.
“This means you are generally getting less than seven to nine hours of sleep.”
The first effect is weight gain, with the second a decline in mood.
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Thirdly, stress levels will increase.
Dr Sethi continues: “And lastly, you may struggle with concentration and thinking during the day.
“To improve your overall health, including hormone balance, gut health, liver health and mood, aim to sleep before midnight.
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“And stick to a consistent bedtime.
“Aim for seven to nine hours of sleep every night.”
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