The field of chronobiology – the study of biological rhythms – has greatly expanded the understanding of the roles of rhythm and timing in the health and functioning of body and mind. Our complex bodily systems developed over time, evolving under the pattern of the skies: the cycle of day and night. Throughout the majority of […]
Are Night Owls More Likely to Suffer From Anxiety?
As chronobiology has increased understanding of the role of timing and biological rhythms in physical and mental health, chronotypes have garnered a great deal of research interest during recent years. A number of studies have looked at the potential connections between chronotype and mental health, revealing a wealth of interesting results. Among those results is […]
Cutting Calories and Eating at the Right Time of Day: The Key to Longevity
Can cutting calories and eating at the right time of the day lead to a longer life? Some health experts think so. While it has been well known that how much you eat can impact your overall longevity, new research is indicating that when you take in your calories can also affect your lifespan. This revelation […]
Insomnia Boosts Diabetes Risk, Raises Blood Sugar Levels
According to a new study funded by Diabetes UK, it seems that insomnia boosts diabetes risk. Building on previous studies linking insomnia, insufficient amounts of sleep and late bedtimes to increased type 2 diabetes risk, this new study was published in the April 2022 issue of Diabetes Care. With this new study, led by researchers […]
How the Pandemic Disrupted Kids’ Sleep
A broad study conducted by University of Washington researchers has found that the pandemic disrupted kids’ sleep in ways primarily related to the disruption of their schedules, the reduction of time spent outdoors, restricted social interaction and increased worry and anxiety. Published in Sleep Medicine Reviews, this study was one of the biggest meta-analysis projects […]
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