Daylight Saving Times & Circadian Distress
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a long and widely practised method of maximising natural light. Adopted by over 70 countries, DST moves clocks forward one hour in spring and then back an hour in autumn. However, its initial purpose of energy saving is now arguably outweighed by its physiological consequences. Since our bodies naturally operate on 24-hour cycles, changing the clocks can have effects ranging from minor jet lag to serious health risks. Understanding these impacts is crucial to the...