Our circadian rhythm helps to set our daily cycles, determining when we wake and sleep. However, recent studies suggest that our circadian rhythm and other internal clocks are more important to whole-body health than previously known. The circadian rhythm has an effect on digestion, our immune systems and even cardiovascular health. According to new research […]
Do you ever wish you could increase your motivation to exercise, or would you just like to lose a little weight? According to the latest research, both may be possible simply by taking a long break between meals and cutting out snacks. Ghrelin Controls Hunger and Satiety Obesity has become a veritable epidemic in the […]
If you work nights or experience other conditions that prevent you from getting good sleep in the evening hours, research has shown that you are at a greater risk of developing a weakened immune system. Now, a new study has discovered that the immune system may also play a pivotal role in the relationship between […]
Some of us thrive in the early morning, while others unfortunately do not. Although it was once common to view “night people” as lazy, we now know that they simply have a different chronotype. Some people are hardwired to go to bed early and rise with the sun, while others are meant to be up […]
Winter is coming, which for millions of people means months of increased exposure to colds, flus and other infectious illnesses. Many people take precautions to ensure that they do not fall ill from these everyday germs, including hand washing and taking extra vitamin C. As we’ve gained more knowledge about sleep and the immune system, […]
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