The Hidden Dangers of Daylight Saving Time, And How Entrepreneurs Can Cope

November 5 is right around the corner. That means it’ll be time to turn your clocks back an hour to observe the end of daylight saving time (DST). Daylight saving time was created to maximize the daylight hours during the spring and summer months, but switching back and forth can take its toll on the human body.

That may be why the U.S. Senate introduced the Sunshine Protection Act to make DST permanent nationwide. Although it stalled in the House in 2022, future votes could finally bring change to the U.S. Until then, it’s important to understand the hidden dangers of adjusting the clock twice each year.

Here’s what entrepreneurs should know about the dangers of the time change.

The health risks of disrupted sleep

A growing body of research highlights the health risks of disrupted sleep. Your body has an internal clock known as its circadian rhythm. This clock regulates your sleeping patterns, metabolism and even your body temperature. The time change disrupts that clock, which can result in the following:

Sleep deprivation

The most immediate effect is sleep deprivation. It takes time for your body to adjust to your new bedtime. Although your body will adjust in two…