Talk about doomscrolling.

You’ve probably heard that screen time can mess with your sleep — but it turns out, it can mess with a lot more than beauty rest .

Looking at your phone or laptop may also affect your physical health, possibly contributing to obesity, diabetes and cancer, some research suggests.

Looking at phone or computer screens could have serious health risks like cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Reezky – stock.adobe.com

Previous studies have shown that the blue light emitted from screens can help with focus and attention span during the day — but wreak havoc on sleep.

This artificial light at night disrupts the circadian rhythm, the body’s natural 24-hour cycle that controls when you feel awake and sleepy, production of hormones like melatonin and cortisol and

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