Circadian rhythms involve the behavioral, mental and physical changes that occur in the body in a 24-hour period. Humans and other living organisms possess these rhythms, which are created by a variety of physiological factors in the body and triggered by environmental factors, most notably light cues. One of the best-known circadian rhythms is the […]
Holiday Weight Loss: Why Counting Calories and Exercising Isn’t Enough
Tis the season to watch waistlines expand thanks to the eggnog, roast goose and the many nights laying curled up watching Christmas favorites. Soon, New Year’s Day will arrive along with the need to lose some of our holiday pounds before warm weather arrives. For many people, this means counting calories and increasing one’s amount […]
Eating Late at Night Causes Skin to Age More Quickly
Eating late at night is very common in the Western world. Many people keep items such as cookies, popcorn or ice cream in their homes in order to satisfy late-night cravings. It is well known that these midnight snacks can be very bad for your waistline, contributing to weight gain and metabolic syndrome due to […]
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 […]
What Are the Best Foods for Sleep?
Now that they are backed up by solid scientific evidence, those old adages concerning the foundations of good health – a good night’s sleep and a healthy diet – are returning to the forefront in modern health thinking. With that in mind, it should come as no surprise to learn that numerous studies have linked […]
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