Time Zones May Not Be Great for Your Health

The video explores how living on different sides of a time zone boundary affects health and economic outcomes. A study in the Journal of Health Economics found that people living in areas with later sunsets tend to sleep less, leading to higher obesity rates and other health issues. These health problems also have economic costs, including lower wages. The video discusses the biological impact of sunset on sleep patterns and the potential trade-offs of time zones, such as more daylight hours for leisure. It questions the necessity of time zones, suggesting alternatives.

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