New research suggests that blue light in the evening may have an adverse effect on how glucose is metabolized by the body. The prevalence of diabetes and other metabolic disease has been steadily increasing in the past few decades. Around half of adults in the United States have diabetes or its precursor pre-diabetes and numbers continue to […]
Melatonin Signaling and Type 2 Diabetes: A Connection
Shift work and insomnia have been linked to a variety of endocrine disorders, including type 2 diabetes. A new study points to abnormal melatonin signaling as a possible cause. Shift work is a necessary evil in modern society. Not only do people need access to emergency services at night, but we also can perform activities […]
The Positive Effects of Time-Restricted Feeding
Many people in the Western world try to lose weight by restricting their number of calories. New studies suggest that time restricted feeding may be more effective. Obesity is a growing problem in the Western world and one of the leading causes of medical costs. While many people eventually find ways to lose weight, an […]
Blue Light Detrimental Before Sleep, but Possibly Beneficial Before Surgery
While the neurological effects of blue light can keep you up at night, they may actually help you recover from surgery. Between televisions, smartphones, tablets and laptops, blue light is almost ubiquitous in modern society. Ridding your world of screens, even for a few hours before bed, is a challenge for many people. This constant […]
Predicting Depression Severity Using Melatonin Samples
Depression, the most common mental disorder in the world, appears to be linked to sleep disorders and altered melatonin levels. Around 6.7 percent of American adults have a major depressive episode every year, making depression one of the most important public health issues of our time. Sleep disorders are considered one of the major symptoms […]
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