A study by the University of California, Irvine, has shown how disruption of the circadian clock, the body’s own 24-hour biological pacemaker, can accelerate the progression of colorectal cancer by impairing the intestinal microbiome and intestinal barrier function. This discovery offers new opportunities for prevention and treatment strategies. The study, published in the journal Science […]
Dream Discovery: Key Role of Melatonin in REM Sleep Uncovered
A major breakthrough in the understanding of the sleep mechanism opens up new possibilities for the treatment of sleep disorders and associated neuropsychiatric diseases: Scientists have identified the melatonin receptor MT1 as a crucial regulator of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. The Importance of REM Sleep REM sleep is very important for dreaming, memory consolidation […]
Scientists Are Mixing the Magnificent Colors of the Sky to Reset the Internal Clocks
The mesmerizing shades of blue and orange in the sky at the beginning and end of a sunny day may play a significant role in setting people’s internal clocks. An innovative LED light that alternates between orange and blue light outperformed two other light devices in increasing melatonin levels in a small group of study […]
Don’t Use Screens in Bed for Better Sleep
A study by the University of Otago has found that, contrary to popular belief, the timing of evening screen use, rather than the activity itself, has a negative impact on adolescents’ sleep. Current sleep guidelines recommend no screen use in the hour or two before bedtime. However, the researchers found that screen use in the […]
Is Exercise in the Evening Better for Restful Sleep?
Strenuous exercise before bed has long been discouraged, but researchers at the University of Otago have found that short, light activities can lead to better sleep. Exercise in the Evening Promotes Sleep Quality In a world-first study published in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine and funded by the Health Research Council, participants completed two […]
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