Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Sleeping from 2 to 10 am may not be enough
Some people think sleeping from 2 am to 10 am is okay because they get eight hours of sleep.
But experts say when you sleep is just as important as how long you sleep.
Sleeping at times that match your body's natural clock can be better for your health.
We talked to a sleep expert, Dr. Harish Chafle, to learn more about this.
Always check with your doctor before changing your sleep habits.
Night owls believe sleeping from 2 am to 10 am is fine as they get eight hours of sleep.
Experts say when you sleep matters as much as how long you sleep.
Aligning sleep with the body's natural biological clock is important for optimal benefits.
Dr. Harish Chafle, a sleep disorders specialist, was consulted for expert insights.
Always consult a health practitioner before starting any new sleep routine.
- Who
- Night owls and sleep experts
- What
- The importance of sleep timing and its impact on health
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To understand the benefits of aligning sleep with the body's natural biological clock
Night Owls
Sleep Experts
Sleep Timing
Night Owls
Believe that sleeping from 2 am to 10 am is fine as they get eight hours of sleep.
Sleep Experts
Say that when you sleep matters as much as how long you sleep.
Biological Clock
Night Owls
May not prioritize aligning sleep with their body's natural biological clock.
Sleep Experts
Emphasize the importance of aligning sleep with the body's natural biological clock for optimal benefits.
- Recommended Sleep Duration
- 8 hours
- Expert Consulted
- Dr Harish Chafle, Senior Consultant Chest Physician, Bronchoscopist, Intensivist and Sleep Disorders Specialist, Gleneagles Hospitals, Parel, Mumbai
- Importance of Sleep Timing
- Aligning sleep with the body's natural biological clock is crucial.