Every year, millions of people adjust their clocks, but what does this one-hour shift really mean for our bodies, minds, and daily lives? In this episode, Dr. Manfred Stapff offers a grounded, science-based look at the impact of daylight saving time and why it continues to spark debate.
Dr. Manfred traces the origins of daylight saving time back to World War I and explains how its purpose has evolved in modern society. He explores what current research reveals about its effects on energy use, productivity, and health drawing from real-world data on more than 170,000 patients.
Beyond data, Dr. Manfred considers how light exposure shapes our mood, vitamin D levels, and overall sense of balance.
See how science transforms the way we think about time. Tune in the full episode of The Hidden Science Behind Time Change: Does It Really Matter?
Dr. Manfred Stapff is an entrepreneurial biotech and pharmaceutical expert with deep expertise in real-world evidence and clinical research. As a seasoned leader, he brings decades of experience across all phases of drug development, from opportunity assessment to product launch. His work bridges science and strategy, ensuring medical decisions are grounded in accurate, meaningful data. Dr. Stapff is also an author, committed to promoting evidence-based thinking in medicine. His insights challenge misinformation and advocate for scientific integrity in today's data-driven world.
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