Almost every organism on Earth follows a natural circadian rhythm encoded by your cells’ clock genes, which do exactly what their name suggests: they regulate your body’s rhythms on a 24-hour basis. Most cells in the mammalian body have cilia, hair-like structures that perform a variety of functions, such as movement in motile cilia and […]
The Synchronization Between the Central Circadian Clock and the Circadian Clocks of the Tissues Preserves their Function
Two complementary research articles show that central and peripheral circadian clocks coordinate the daily activity of skin and muscles. Coordination between the two clocks (central and peripheral) ensures 50% of the circadian functions of tissues, including vital processes such as cell cycle, DNA repair, mitochondrial activity and metabolism. Synchronization between the brain’s central and peripheral […]
Exposure to Devices, Blue Light Damages Skin — Here’s How
With the rise in the use of blue-light-emitting devices, such as mobile phones and tablets, and artificial lighting, such as LED lights, the potential health impact of blue light has been garnering increased attention from researchers. Studies have shown that blue light can impact your melatonin production, sleep quality, circadian rhythm and eye health. Fortunately, […]
Researchers Discover That Skin Keeps Time, Independent of the Brain
Scientists have recently discovered that skin keeps time, independent of the brain. This remarkable finding underscores the impact of circadian rhythms on the various systems of the body and may also have important implications for the prevention and treatment of skin conditions and diseases in the future. Understanding the Body’s Circadian Rhythms Circadian rhythms are […]
How Your Season of Birth Affects Mortality Risk
Many people believe that the timing of your birth can affect your personality and even your fate. While astrology has been (mostly) debunked, several new studies have come to a surprising conclusion: The time of year in which you are born may have permanent effects on your health. According to this research, your season of […]
