But research suggests that daylight saving time is worse for your body than standard time. That early-morning sunlight during standard time is key to maintaining our circadian rhythms, sleep-wake cycles and overall health. Taking it away permanently could lead to chronic circadian misalignment, which has been associated with sleep loss, and over time, an increased risk of obesity, Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, mood disorders and, in some studies, certain types of cancer.