There have been early birds and night owls for a good portion of documented history. Some people naturally go to sleep and wake earlier, while others get a rush of energy near sunset. Recent studies are finding that these differences may have serious health consequences. Night Owls and Their Circadian Rhythm Differences in sleeping patterns […]
Circadian Rhythm: New Research Reveals How the Body Clock is Regulated and What Causes Misalignment
New research from a multidisciplinary team is helping to shed light on the mechanisms behind circadian rhythms and offer new hope for dealing with jet lag, insomnia and other sleep disorders. Using innovative cryo-electron microscopy techniques, researchers have identified the structure of the circadian rhythm photosensor and its target in fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster), one […]
The Origin of Chronotypes: Did Sleep-Time Preference Evolve Over Time?
The science surrounding chronotypes is interesting in and of itself. In recent years, we’ve learned that there are connections between chronotype and personality traits, mental health risks and overall physical health. However, recent science regarding the genetic component of chronotype take the scientific understanding of chronotypes to the next level, opening up the potential to […]
Sleeping More Than Eight Hours, Early Bedtime Linked to Dementia
Dementia has become a common cognitive health issue throughout the world. Today, there are about 55 million people with dementia and, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are approximately 10 million new cases reported each year. Dementia is ranked by the WHO as the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. Researchers have been […]
Circadian Rhythm and Diabetes Risk: What’s the Connection?
Is there a link between the circadian rhythm and diabetes risk? New research on how an increase in exposure to artificial light over the past years may be contributing to higher rates of insulin resistance is helping to establish a connection between circadian rhythm function and Type 2 diabetes. Here is what you need to […]
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