Disrupted sleep patterns like frequent awakenings and irregular sleep
exacerbate diabetes in healthy individuals.
Just 4-5 days of insufficient sleep can reduce insulin sensitivity by
25-30% for healthy youths, resulting in impaired glucose tolerance.
Individuals sleeping less are 40% more likely to develop diabetes than
those with 7-8 hours of sleep, even after considering age, BMI, and family history of
diabetes.
Moderate to severe OSA is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Its
prevalence is rising with obesity rates, significantly contributing to the increased global rate
of diabetes.
People with a family history of type-2 diabetes should be vigilant as
they are more likely to be affected by disrupted sleeping patterns.