As more is understood about melatonin, its many benefits to overall health are becoming clear. One of the most curious advantages of sufficient levels of melatonin relates to oral health. Before we begin to understand the relationship between melatonin and periodontal disease, it is important to learn more about these two elements separately. What is […]
Sleep and Emotions: How Lack of Sleep Harms Mental Health
Not getting enough rest each night can affect mental and emotional health, as well as physical well-being. Getting adequate sleep is important to all facets of a healthy and happy life, which is why it is vitally important to address sleep issues before they become serious problems. Research into sleep and emotions has revealed the […]
New Research Discovery: When You Eat Influences What You Eat
The body’s biological clock regulates the hunger cravings that influence when you eat. These cravings naturally peak around 8 p.m. — but eating later in the day may increase your risk for certain diseases. Now, a new study finds that when you eat also influences caloric intake and food choices. Why Do You Feel Hungrier […]
REM and Non-REM Sleep Work Together to Support Learning
Although scientists have largely cracked the code on the importance of sleep, how the various stages of sleep work together to deliver complementary cognitive benefits is not as well-understood. Recently, a new study has shed more light on how both REM and non-REM sleep and learning are all closely intertwined. REM Sleep and Non-REM Sleep […]
How Circadian Desynchrony Harms Fertility and Sperm Health
Your natural circadian rhythm is responsible for a host of healthy body functions. When this system is disrupted, you are at risk of more than simply being tired. As more facts about the body’s sleep and wake cycles are revealed, scientists have established a relationship between circadian desynchrony and fertility. Why is the circadian rhythm […]
