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exercise a few hours before bed is OK , but to avoid vigorous exercise within one hour of bedtime . We are warned that screen time before bed may interfere with sleep because ' the blue light emitted by screens can interfere with the production of melatonin '. This is true , but most studies suggest that a bigger effect of screens on sleep is actually that they delay bedtime .”
Confirm accuracy of advice
Of particular concern is ChatGPT ' s lack of awareness of the UK health system , notably regarding melatonin usage . While the platform advocates consulting healthcare providers , its oversight on prescriptiononly substances poses risks . Dr Sophie comments : “ Of the responses we have looked at , I think the only inaccuracy I would really be concerned about is around melatonin . Even if you state that you live in the UK and that you are 25 years old , ChatGPT does not mention that in the UK , melatonin is only available on prescription .
“ NICE guidelines recommend that melatonin is prescribed to those aged 55 and above . This is really because the evidence for melatonin for the treatment of insomnia
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