Social jet lag also leads to poorer health, worse mood, as well as increased sleepiness and fatigue. (Source: File Photo) Social jet lag also leads to poorer health, worse mood, as well as increased sleepiness and fatigue. Beware, you are more likely to experience ‘social jet lag,’ which is associated with the increased risk of heart disease, researchers warned. The findings showed that each hour of social jet lag — which occurs when one goes to bed and wakes up much later on weekends than during the week — is associated with an 11 per cent increase in the likelihood of heart disease. Social jet lag also leads to poorer health, worse mood, as well as increased sleepiness and fatigue.

Source: Indian Express June 05, 2017 12:09 UTC