While many elements of modern life have a negative impact on the circadian rhythm and the sleep-wake cycle, one of the most harmful is decreased exposure to sunlight. Now that the majority of humans are living urban lives in relatively modern settings, most of us don’t spend nearly as much time outside as did our more […]
Investigating the Genetic Link Between Personality and Chronotype
An interesting new study conducted by researchers from both the University of Warwick and the University of Tartu added to the growing body of clinical evidence supporting links between personality and chronotype. Published in the Journal of Personality, this new study focused on preferred sleep timing and personality traits, taking an analytic approach that encompassed […]
Eating Before Bed Hinders Weight Loss, Fat Burning
Summer is here, and many people are focusing more on working to maintain a healthy weight so that they can look their best for the season. There is no better motivation to lose weight than having to put on a swimming suit. Traditionally, the best way to lose pounds has been through a combination of […]
Best Diet for Diabetes Involves Eating in Sync With Your Biological Clock
A great deal has been written about the effects of diet and other lifestyle factors on diabetes. We know that eating low-carbohydrate meals and less processed foods can be particularly important. However, very little is known about how the timing of meals interacts with diabetes and other metabolic diseases. A recent study suggests that the […]
Light-Activated Drug for Parkinson’s Offers New Hope for Sufferers
Scientists on the cutting edge of drug research have developed a new light-activated drug for Parkinson’s patients that reduces symptoms and improves motor function. The first of its kind for Parkinson’s disease, this new application method allows for drug administration at an exact location with precise and controlled timing, thereby increasing the efficacy and lowering […]
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