Why do we sleep worse after returning from vacation? An expert points to the nervous system
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Why do we sleep worse after returning from vacation? An expert points to the nervous system

El Periódico Mediterráneo - General1 September 2026 at 13:13

After returning from August, September brings with it the return to routine: office and school. This transition period can significantly affect sleep.

During the summer, various changes influence the biological clock, including schedule changes, light exposure, different eating habits, travel, and increased social activity.

According to Dr. Guillermo Recatero, a specialist in Sleep Medicine, regenerative medicine, integrative health, and healthy longevity, the problem does not necessarily start at night.

The specialist indicates that nighttime rest is frequently affected by everything that happens throughout the day, not just nighttime habits.

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