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Nighttime light exposure can increase heart rate and the risk of high blood pressure (Sleep Foundation).

Research indicates that sleeping with light can lead to higher insulin resistance the next morning, increasing the long-term risk of Type 2 diabetes (National Institutes of Health).

Lower the lights in your home 1–2 hours before bed to encourage melatonin production. sleep_with_the_lights_on

Sleeping in a lit environment is linked to several chronic health conditions. Studies have shown that even "dim" light (such as a TV or bedside lamp) can cause measurable physiological changes:

Light exposure at night suppresses the production of melatonin , the hormone responsible for signaling your body that it is time to sleep ( Sleep Foundation ). Nighttime light exposure can increase heart rate and

You are more likely to experience "micro-awakenings" or arousals throughout the night, leading to daytime fatigue and reduced cognitive function.

Light doesn't just make it harder to fall asleep; it changes the quality of the sleep you do get. Sleeping in a lit environment is linked to

Light stimulates cells in the retina that tell the brain to stay awake, making it harder to transition into deep sleep stages (Huberman Lab). 2. Physical Health Risks