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Lack of deep sleep may increase risk of type 2 diabetes

12-31-2007 · EurekAlert!

Suppression of slow-wave sleep in healthy young adults significantly decreases their ability to regulate blood-sugar levels and increases the risk of type 2 diabetes.

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