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Working just three night shifts throws your body into chaos - study

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Disrupted rhythms can be observed in just three days. [iStockphoto]

Even a few days working the night shift can throw off rhythms in your body that regulate blood sugar, energy metabolism, and inflammation.

Researchers from Washington State University's findings help shed more light on the link between working irregular schedules and susceptibility to diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic conditions.

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