Scientists and doctors have long established that there is a solid link between a disrupted circadian rhythm and some of the world’s most feared diseases. Although we know that there is a connection, we do not understand exactly how sleep interacts with our disease risk. This is particularly true in the area of cancer. People […]
Watching TV at Night Can Be Detrimental to Your Health
Many Americans settle down for a favorite television show every night before bed. In many ways, this seems like the perfect way to entertain yourself while relaxing in the hours between work and sleep. However, watching TV (or looking at any other screen) at night appears to affect the circadian rhythm in ways that could […]
New Research Suggests Circadian Clock Suppresses Cancer
Cancer has always been one of the world’s most deadly diseases, but it has become even more so in modern times. Although we have been able to prevent and treat many of the illnesses that plague mankind, there are still only a few options for many of the most common cancers. These treatments, which include […]
Exposure to Outdoor Light at Night Boosts Breast Cancer Risk
Scientists have long known that shift work increases a person’s chance of breast cancer. However, new research suggests that even people who work normal hours may be at higher risk of this devastating cancer if they have one seemingly innocent factor: Exposure to outdoor light at night. With light pollution levels a very real and […]
Fighting Cancer: The Place of 24-Hour Rhythms
Scientists are constantly searching for new and innovative treatments for cancer. Recent research suggests that enhancing circadian clocks may slow tumor growth and assist in cancer treatment. A disrupted circadian rhythm is a common consequence of modern life. People often find that they are not able to get enough sleep due to busy work schedules […]
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