Sleep loss may hit Women's blood sugar harder than Men's
NCT ID NCT06809023
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether not getting enough sleep affects blood sugar control differently in healthy men and women. Researchers will ask 32 adults to sleep only 4 hours a night for three nights and then measure their blood sugar and hormone responses after a meal. The goal is to understand if women are more sensitive to the metabolic effects of sleep loss.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal why women and men respond differently to sleep loss, pointing toward personalized advice for preventing metabolic issues.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 32 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and it does not test any treatment.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States