There was a time in history when being thin was the norm, and carrying around a few extra pounds was associated with wealth and prosperity. In modern times, however, most people would do (almost) anything to shed those few extra pounds. Lately, much research has been done on meal timing and fasting, bringing to light […]
New Link Found Between Sleep Apnea and Depression
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which an individual stops breathing repeatedly throughout the night. The period during which breathing stops may only last for a few seconds, but it’s long enough to disturb the sleep rhythm. Those with sleep apnea may not feel well-rested in the morning and commonly experience feelings of fatigue […]
Is Artificial Daytime Light Making You Sleepy?
There was a time when most humans spent their days in the sun. In modern times, however, most of us work indoors under artificial lighting. How is this affecting our health and energy levels? A new study looks closely at how natural daytime light of different wavelengths affects us differently from indoor light. The Importance […]
Waking in the Night: The Truth About Alternative Sleep Patterns
Millions of modern people struggle each night to get the sleep that they need. Although we are often reminded of the importance of getting around eight hours of sleep each night, this can be a difficult task for many. Part of this is due to the stresses of modern life, but biology may also play […]
Why You Should Stop Hitting the Snooze Button
Every morning, hundreds of millions of alarms go off worldwide to let us know it is time to start the day. If you are like many people, you respond to this morning siren song by hitting the snooze button for a few more minutes of cozy slumber. However, this simple morning habit may be affecting […]
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