People who live with Parkinson’s disease quickly find that even routine tasks become difficult as the disease progresses. It is common for Parkinson’s disease and sleep disorders to go hand in hand. New research in chronobiology suggests that melatonin, particularly timed-release melatonin, may not only help people with Parkinson’s disease to get the sleep they […]
Depression Linked to Disrupted Circadian Rhythms
For any disease, discerning between causes and symptoms is vital, especially for those illnesses that aren’t fully understood. One of the best examples of this is depression, which has intrigued experts for many years. When discussing the causes of this debilitating condition, most doctors point to causes like genetics, traumatic experiences, medications and financial woes—and […]
The Color of Light and Your Circadian Rhythm
Exposure to varying levels of light throughout the day has long been known to be crucial to maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm. Many people use light therapy and melatonin, a hormone that is normally released in the dark, to adjust or maintain a functioning internal clock. Researchers previously believed that light intensity was the most […]
Blood Glucose and Your Internal Clock
Have you heard popular advice to avoid eating at night? Have you ever been told that eating a large breakfast can actually help weight loss? Many links between internal clocks and the endocrine system have been revealed in several recently published studies in chronobiology. Some of the most recent research suggests that blood glucose levels […]
Research Shines Light on Links Between Disrupted Circadian Rhythms and Breast Cancer
Although researchers are still in the dark about why misaligned circadian rhythms can pose such a threat to the long-term well-being of individuals who experience prolonged or recurring disrupted sleep-wake cycles, science is continually showing that it is an important factor in a number of maladies. For women, disrupted circadian rhythms can even result in […]
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