Watching reels at night? Late-night social media use may cause hypertension, new study suggests
A study with young and middle-aged Chinese adults revealed that late-night short video screen time correlates with increased hypertension risk. Screen time at bedtime activates the sympathetic nervous system, raising blood pressure. Cardiologist Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy suggests uninstalling such apps and promoting better sleep hygiene to mitigate this risk and encourage healthier lifestyles.
A study with young and middle-aged Chinese adults revealed that late-night short video screen time correlates with increased hypertension risk. Screen time at bedtime activates the sympathetic nervous system, raising blood pressure. Cardiologist Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy suggests uninstalling such apps and promoting better sleep hygiene to mitigate this risk and encourage healthier lifestyles.
