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 […]
How Time of Day Affects Immune System Function
Numerous studies have demonstrated that many of the essential tasks of the immune system are governed by a 24-hour cycle of activity. In practical terms, this means that the time of day affects immune system function in important ways, including immune system cell activity and overall systemic threat response. This 24-hour cycle, known as the […]
Sleep Procrastination: Are You a Night Owl or Just Putting Off Bedtime?
While some people may have a genetic predisposition to be more active in the evening and have later bedtimes, not everyone who habitually goes to bed late is a night owl. Researchers have found that for many people, sleep procrastination is driving their late nights. Understanding Sleep Procrastination As defined in the Netherlands by Utrecht […]
January Found to be the Most Dangerous Month for Heart Attacks
Are you at risk for a heart attack? If so, studies suggest that the first month of the year is the time to step up your efforts to protect your cardiovascular health. Heart attacks are the number one cause of death in the world, making this one of the most common—and most deadly—medical conditions. Although […]
What is Chronotherapy?
Chronobiology has increasingly become an important area of medical research, with hundreds of studies pointing to the body’s internal clocks as a factor in both health and disease. Thousands of biochemical processes from sleep and wakefulness to DNA repair are scheduled and dictated by these internal clocks. Because our circadian rhythms are so important to […]
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