Shift work isn’t easy on the body or the mind. Numerous studies link shift work, particularly rotating, evening and overnight shifts, with a higher risk of a broad range of chronic health conditions, diseases and mental health issues, including mood disorders and cognitive impairments. While not all of the mechanisms involved in this higher risk […]
Spending Time Outdoors Improves Sleep, Resets Circadian Rhythm
Getting a good night’s sleep seems to be a challenge in our modern, industrialized world. Indeed, the world’s leading health organizations and numerous researchers have suggested that sleep problems have become a global epidemic. Studies point to the role that artificial lighting may play in the higher rate of sleep disorders and sleep deprivation experienced […]
Indoor Exposure to Daylight Improves Sleep, Cognitive Performance
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 […]
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