Ease into Daylight Saving by preparing your body now ahead of the weekend
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Daylight Saving Time is coming up this weekend and if it feels like the effects last for days you’re not alone and you’re not imagining it.
Research has shown an increase in fatal vehicle accidents the days after the time change, as well as increased chances for heart attacks, strokes, and feelings of depression.
But there are things you can do to prepare your body for that hour shift.
“If you start tonight (Wednesday), you can do little steps that will help your body not feel the shock when Monday morning comes around,” said Jennifer Hines, Director of Marketing with Alaska Sleep Clinic. “And that would be if you start going to bed 15 minutes early and waking up 15 minutes earlier each day, then your body will already be adjusted by the time daylight saving time begins on Monday.”
Other ideas include seeking the sunshine, exercise, and practicing good sleep habits.
Listen to Tracy Sinclare’s full conversation above.
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