If you work nights or experience other conditions that prevent you from getting good sleep in the evening hours, research has shown that you are at a greater risk of developing a weakened immune system. Now, a new study has discovered that the immune system may also play a pivotal role in the relationship between […]
Intermittent Fasting Affects Circadian Rhythm, Says New Study
Dietary fads seem to come and go with the seasons. Fasting, particularly intermittent fasting, seems to be here to stay. A growing number of people are achieving weight loss and other health goals using this simple method of eating. According to new research, this may be due to the way intermittent fasting affects circadian rhythm. […]
Disrupting Gut Bacteria Circadian Rhythm Leads to Serious Health Consequences
The gastrointestinal microbiome and its effects on human health have been all over the media lately. While we have known for hundreds of years that there are bacteria in our gut, we are just beginning to grasp their diversity and complexity. Some recent studies have focused on the circadian rhythm of these tiny bacteria. Like all […]
Why Fasting Boosts Gut Health
Intermittent fasting has become the new health trend, with several different plans that feature short-term calorie restriction offering a variety of benefits. While some people write off fasting as just another dieting fad, a growing body of research is showing interesting health effects. According to a new study, fasting boosts gut health and may even […]
Seasonal Changes in Gut Bacteria Reveal Impact of Diet on the Microbiome
A great deal of research has shown that our gastrointestinal flora are important and even crucial to our health. We now know that our physical and mental health can be impacted immensely by the trillions of bacteria living in our gut. This can be a mixed blessing, considering that the modern Western diet does not […]
