Inadequate sleep

Losing just 6 hours of sleep may up diabetes risk

Being deprived of sleep for just 6hours or a single night may affect the liver's ability to produce glucose and process insulin, increasing the risk of metabolic diseases such as fatty liver and Type-2 diabetes, warns a study.

Sep 06, 2018, 10:02 AM IST

Inadequate sleep may fuel cardiovascular diseases in men

High blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, smoking, low physical activity, and poor sleep quality were more common in men who slept five or fewer hours per night compared to those who got seven to eight hours.

Aug 27, 2018, 10:35 AM IST

Are you a victim of inadequate sleep? Dietary prebiotics might help you out!

When beneficial bacteria digest prebiotic fiber, they not only multiply, improving overall gut health, but they also release metabolic byproducts.

Feb 25, 2017, 09:35 AM IST

Here's why you should keep smartphone usage to bare minimum

Increased smartphone use may affect sleep, health of kids

Nov 07, 2016, 18:17 PM IST

Poor sleep habits put you at heart disease risk

Poor sleep habits may put you at higher risk for heart diseases when compared to those who get around seven hours of good quality sleep every night.

Sep 11, 2015, 14:50 PM IST