Night shifts may disrupt your metabolism and sleep, new study finds
NCT ID NCT05177965
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This completed observational study looked at 72 men and women aged 20-50 who work rotating night and day shifts. Researchers measured blood sugar, weight, sleep patterns, and other health markers to understand how short-term circadian misalignment from shift work affects the body. The goal is to gather insights that could lead to better health recommendations for shift workers.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help explain why shift work is linked to metabolic problems, pointing toward better health advice or interventions for shift workers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, exploratory observational study, not a clinical trial testing a treatment. It can show associations but cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all shift workers.
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Geneva University Hospitals
Geneva, 1211, Switzerland