The saying "Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise," which has been attributed to Benjamin Franklin, American stateman and all-around genius, has greatly strengthened the superstitions belief that sleep is more restful before midnight. ... Regularity of hours contributes to a feeling of well-being when awake. The body, like most things in nature, responds to rhythm.
――国学院大学 文学部(2月14日実施)――94年