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Scientists Found Going to Bed Before 9 p.m. Has a 70% Higher Risk of Developing Dementia
When was the last time you questioned your bedtime routine?
If you’re the kind of person who’s in bed before 9 p.m., it might feel like you’re doing your body a favor.
But recent research suggests that this early-to-bed habit could come with a startling downside: a significantly higher risk of developing dementia. Yes, you read that right.
Did you know?
Alzheimer’s disease is a heavy word that hits home for millions of people.
It’s one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and one of the most common types of dementia.
Here’s something you might not expect: your bedtime could actually play a bigger role in it than you think.
If you’re one of those people who goes to bed before 9 p.m., it might be time to rethink that habit.
I’ve always believed in the importance of a good night’s sleep, so I decided to look into this more. What I found was both interesting and a bit concerning.
The Science Behind the Findings
A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society analyzed sleep data from 1,982 Chinese participants, averaging 70…