How natural daylight can help people with diabetes improve blood sugar levels
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Key Points:
- A study published in Cell Metabolism found that natural daylight exposure helps people with type 2 diabetes maintain healthier blood sugar levels by keeping glucose within the normal range for longer periods.
- The research showed that sitting by a window with natural light led to increased fat burning and better alignment of muscle cell clocks, improving nutrient processing compared to artificial indoor lighting.
- The study involved 13 volunteers with type 2 diabetes who spent 4.5 days in controlled environments with and without natural light, consuming identical meals and exercise routines during both sessions.
- Results suggest that natural daylight acts as a metabolic regulator by synchronizing circadian rhythms, offering a simple, non-pharmaceutical way to support diabetes management alongside existing treatments.
- Although preliminary and
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