The importance of being in tune with your body’s natural circadian rhythms has been known for decades. But it is only recently that scientists have learned the role that smartwatches can play in this endeavor. Tracking circadian rhythms can help you to understand the most ideal times of the day to eat, sleep, take medications […]
Research Alert: Meal Timing Lowers Blood Pressure Via the Gut Microbiome
The gut microbiome is getting more attention these days as research continues to find ways that this part of the body affects human health. In fact, some medical researchers and doctors now consider the gut microbiome to be a separate and distinct organ that’s just as important as the heart, lungs or kidneys. New research […]
Daytime Sleepiness Can Predict Risk for Alzheimer’s, Heart Disease and Cancer
Researchers have connected excessive daytime sleepiness to a variety of diseases and health conditions, some quite serious. Sleepiness during the daytime is considered excessive when it happens almost every day for at least three months. There are numerous causes for feeling sleepy during the day, including simply not getting enough sleep. However, when daytime sleepiness […]
Disrupted Sleep Increases Risk of Death, Especially in Women
While it’s important to get seven to eight hours of sleep each night, it’s equally important to ensure you’re getting good quality sleep. This can be more complicated than it seems, because even though you might think you slept soundly through the night, you may have actually experienced sleep disruption in the form of unconscious […]
Understanding the Link Between Melatonin and Heart Disease
While most people rightfully look at melatonin as a hormone that is instrumental in regulating sleep cycles, its benefits stretch well beyond getting a good night of rest. Recent research into melatonin and heart disease has provided more clues as to how melatonin can help to negate some of the risks of heart disease. This […]
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