Governed by a countless number of internal rhythms that take their cues from the cycle of the sun and moon, the human body shares a delicate relationship with the passing of the seasons. The seasons have an effect on nearly every aspect of human biology, including how our very brains function. One well-known example of […]
Melatonin Benefits Go Beyond Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Regulation
Melatonin is a hormone most often associated with sleep. Recently, new research has uncovered additional melatonin benefits that demonstrate the crucial ways in which this substance helps our bodies to function. How Does Melatonin Affect Sleep? The pineal gland naturally produces melatonin in response to decreased light levels. The production of this hormone begins as the brain […]
Why OCD Symptoms Increase as Latitude Increases
Our bodies have evolved to share quite a complex relationship with the cycles of the sun and moon, and as our lifestyles continue to move us ever more indoors, researchers are really having to unpack just how many ways sun exposure affects us. We’ve known for some time that sunlight, especially a lack of it, […]
Sleep-Regulating Protein Linked to New Type of Depression
Scientists have identified a new type of depression that may be caused by a specific protein in the body that’s related to sleep regulation. These findings may lead to the development of new treatments for those who suffer from depression that is not responsive to traditional medications. Depression: A Global Epidemic In their latest report […]
Is Our Environment Killing Us? How Environmental Toxins Disrupt Circadian Rhythm
Is our environment killing us? That just may be the case, according to a new study that was recently shared in the journal Ecology and Evolution. The research looked at how environmental factors, specifically toxins to which we are exposed, affect our circadian rhythm — the internal biological clock within each of us. In short, toxins may be inhibiting […]
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