Is waking up early actually good for you?

We're constantly told that waking up early allows for a more productive day. But does the early bird really get the worm?

For some people, waking up early can actually be counterproductive. Research shows that our biological clocks aren't all set the same, meaning some people have longer circadian cycles.

Up to 47% of our circadian rhythm AKA our internal clock, is inherited from our parents.

Oxford University biologist Katharina Wulff believes pushing people out of their natural preferences can be harmful.

Watch the above video to find out more

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