A great deal has been written about the circadian rhythm and the role it plays in health and disease. However, this is not the only internal clock that governs human health: We also have a circannual rhythm, an annual clock that measures the time of year. In ways we are just beginning to understand, our […]
Without vision, we would miss out on a variety of experiences. We would have trouble navigating our world and performing certain careers. There are also intangible elements of sight that would be lost, such as seeing the faces of loved ones or appreciating a piece of fine art. However, we are beginning to discover that […]
Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders in the Western world. Although it is common, it can have devastating health effects. Recent studies have linked sleep apnea to a wide range of diseases, from daytime fatigue to high blood pressure and even cardiovascular disease. A new study linking sleep apnea and erectile […]
Metabolism is one of the most important processes that occurs in the human body. Like all other life processes, it is deeply connected to internal clocks. Several recent studies on chronobiology and metabolism have found that the body’s 24-hour circadian rhythm affects a variety of metabolic processes, indicating that maintaining a healthy sleep-wake cycle maybe […]
There was a time when most people arose naturally with the dawn. Now, however, it’s common to use some sort of noisy device as a morning alarm to help us wake up on time. There are a variety of different alarms available, from simple chimes on our phones to old-fashioned clock radios to new alarms […]
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