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 […]
Poor Sleep-Wake Cycles Could Be a Risk Factor for Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease with no known cure. Treating the sleep disorders associated with Parkinson’s may offer hope. Parkinson’s disease is caused by a loss of the ability of neurons in the brain to make dopamine, a neurotransmitter that aids in cognitive function, emotional control, motor coordination and a variety of other vital […]
Biological Rhythms and How They Affect a Woman’s Fertility
Melatonin has been proven to affect sleep-wake patterns, cell growth and a variety of cell pathways. New studies indicate it may control female fertility as well. Our bodies run on a variety of rhythms, including a 24-hour circadian rhythm and a seasonal rhythm. Women’s bodies also have a monthly cycle that governs female fertility. New […]
Light Pollution Contributes to Poor Sleep Hygiene
Although we feel safer sleeping in a well-lit neighborhood, light pollution may actually interfere with our circadian rhythm and rob us of high-quality rest. The Western world has associated light with safety for over 100 years. Our streets and neighborhoods are filled with lights that help us to see and prevent danger. In many ways, […]
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