"Link Between Sleep Patterns and Diabetes Risk Uncovered by Researchers"

A study by Penn State's College of Health and Human Development tracked the sleep habits of nearly 3,700 participants over a decade and identified four distinct sleep categories: good sleepers, weekend catch-up sleepers, insomnia sleepers, and nappers. Insomniacs had a 28 to 81 percent higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and depression, while nappers had a 128 percent increased risk for diabetes and a 62 percent increased risk for frailty. Environmental factors and lifestyle were found to play a significant role in sleep quality, and the study suggests that educating the public about good sleep health and promoting sleep hygiene behaviors could help reduce the risk of developing sleep-related problems.