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Lauren Jeffries

This is the best time to go to bed for quality sleep, according to a doctor

Woman sleeping next to a clock to indicate a consistent bedtime.

From night owls to early birds, the age old question remains  — is there a best time to go to bed? Some people swear that working into the small hours suits them best, while others are determined that a bedtime before 12 am gives them better sleep. But is there really a right and wrong time to go to bed? 

The answer often comes down to our own internal clocks, also known as our circadian rhythm. This is our own natural cycle that determines when we feel sleepy or awake. However, every individual’s rhythm is different, meaning our bedtimes differ too.

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