Telling a teenager to go to bed early is often a thankless task, typically met with eye rolls and protests.
But scientists say getting a few extra hours of shut-eye could protect youngsters against serious long-term health risks such as type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen found teens who got even just one extra hour of sleep had fewer fluctuations in their blood sugar levels.
This is important because large swings in blood sugar – scientifically referred to as glucose – can trigger inflammation and place pressure on the body’s metabolic systems. Over time, this can increase the risk of developing
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