People throughout the developing world are gaining weight faster than ever before in human history. As the social and health cost of obesity continues to soar, many scientists are looking for root causes. Why are our waistlines expanding at such a dramatic rate? According to several new studies on meal timing and weight gain, a […]
Napping can either leave you refreshed and ready to face the day or depleted and exhausted. According to several sleep experts, the difference often lies in what time of day you choose for your siesta. In short, the best time to nap appears to be early or middle afternoon, a nap time that can result […]
From one moment to the next, the environment around us and our bodies change slightly throughout the day; and our health risks change with them. What are the worst times of day for your health? Because every part of the day brings a unique set of advantages and disadvantages when it comes to good health, […]
What could you accomplish with eight more hours added to your day? Many of us could be more productive at work, enjoy more leisure activities — even spend more time with loved ones. Sleep takes up an astounding one-third of our lives. In days gone by, time was even more critical, as humans struggled to […]
Most people at least have an inkling that the human body needs seven to nine hours of sleep every night for good health. However, in reality, a large (and growing!) number of people do not achieve this magic number. Work, errands, housekeeping, laundry and social obligations all keep us from our pillows every night, leaving […]
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