The end of daylight saving time is around the corner, and we’re about to 'fall back.' The clocks may be changing by just an hour, but it can still have a big impact on your day — and your health. While springing forward is more associated with negative health effects, returning to standard time in November can make it difficult to wake up on time and affect your sleep schedule for at least a week after, according to the Sleep Foundation.
Studies have also shown an increase in heart attacks, car crashes and other ill health effects, particularly when clocks spring forward. Some sleep experts argue that permanent standard time would be preferable to permanent daylight saving time. Sleep specialist Dr. Carol Ash told TODAY that we lose about 30 minutes of sleep a night during daylight saving time from March to November due to our bodies being misaligned with the sun.