Can food combat bad moods? A new study provides further evidence that mealtimes can influence mental health, including the extent of mood swings caused by depression and anxiety. Timing of Food Intake could be Crucial in Reducing Mood Swings Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham health system, […]
Hidden Bacterial Molecules in the Brain Reveal New Secrets of Sleep
What causes us to fall asleep? The answer may lie not only in our brains, but also in their complex interaction with the microorganisms that live in our intestines. New research from Washington State University suggests a new paradigm for understanding sleep, showing that a substance found in the mesh-like walls of bacteria, known as […]
How Light at Night Harms Your Brain, Mood, and Metabolism
In an interview with Genomic Press Innovators & Ideas, renowned neuroscientist Dr. Randy J. Nelson provides insights into his groundbreaking research on how disrupted circadian rhythms affect brain function and overall health. Published in Brain Medicine, the interview traces Dr. Nelson’s unconventional path from farm worker and autopsy assistant to one of the world’s leading […]
The Circadian Clock in Heart Failure
Disruption of the circadian rhythm, which naturally changes on a 24-hour cycle, has been linked to heart disease, but it is unclear how this leads to the condition. A research team at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions investigated the function of the protein Rev-erbα/β, a key component of the circadian clock, in the […]
Fasting Overnight for Longer Periods and Eating Breakfast Early May be Associated With a Lower Body Mass Index
To keep weight under control, it is not only crucial to pay attention to what we eat, but also when we eat. According to a study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, there are two specific habits that are associated with a lower body mass index (BMI) in the long […]
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