New data from the University of Michigan’s annual panel study “Monitoring the Future” shows that the use of substances to promote sleep is widespread among young adults. The study, funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, found that 22% of Americans aged 19 to 30 reported using cannabis, alcohol, or both to help them […]
The Light in Your Bedroom Could be Harming Your Heart Without You Realizing It
A preliminary analysis to be presented at the American Heart Association’s 2025 Scientific Sessions found that more artificial light at night correlates with increased stress signals in the brain, inflamed blood vessels, and a higher risk of heart disease. The researchers described artificial light at night, often referred to as nocturnal light pollution, as nearly […]
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 […]
Vitamin D Influences Sleep: Here’s How
Vitamin D is a critical nutrient, impacting physical and mental health and well-being in numerous ways. Recent research has shed further light on the long-suspected links between vitamin D and sleep. According to a study published in Current Pharmaceutical Design, vitamin D plays both an indirect and direct role in regulating sleep. Furthermore, other studies […]
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