Permanent Standard Time May Boost Health More Than DST
Permanent Standard Time May Boost Health More Than DST
US · Published Sep 16, 2025
Study shows permanent standard time may reduce obesity by 0.78% and stroke by 0.09%.
Daylight saving time disrupts natural circadian rhythms, negatively impacting health.
Adopting permanent standard time could improve sleep patterns and reduce chronic disease risk.
Health benefits of permanent standard time
A recent study has shed light on the potential health benefits of adopting permanent standard time over daylight saving time (DST) or the biannual clock changes that are currently practiced in many regions. The research, which evaluated the impact of these different time systems on health and circadian rhythms, suggests that sticking to standard time year-round could lead to significant improvements in public health.
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