Hormonal

Evening chronotype is independently associated with a higher prevalence of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and sarcopenia in middle-aged adults, even after adjusting for sleep duration and lifestyle factors.

If you naturally prefer staying up late, be aware that this biological trait is linked to higher risks of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and muscle loss, regardless of how many hours you sleep. To mitigate this, focus on circadian alignment: prioritize consistent sleep/wake times, limit exposure to bright artificial light at night, and try to align your largest meals with your active daytime hours rather than late at night.