A great deal has been written about the circadian rhythm and the role it plays in health and disease. However, this is not the only internal clock that governs human health: We also have a circannual rhythm, an annual clock that measures the time of year. In ways we are just beginning to understand, our […]
How Road Salt and Other Environmental Pollution Disrupts the Circadian Rhythm
Pollution is all around us, in our water, soil and even the air we breathe. This can affect our health in a variety of ways, exacerbating illnesses such as asthma and even leading to cancer. According to new research, pollution from simple and common chemicals such as road salt can have serious effects on our […]
Intermittent Fasting to Fight Inflammation
Intermittent fasting is a diet strategy that is very popular at the moment. According to current research, not only does fasting intermittently promote weight loss, but it also reduces inflammation and can lead to an improvement in cases of chronic inflammatory diseases. What Happens During Intermittent Fasting? The focus of intermittent fasting is not on […]
Late Night Eating Linked to Diabetes and Heart Disease
The late night snack has become a Western tradition. Many people reach for a bite to eat before heading to bed at night—often something sweet. In addition, modern life often requires that workers eat dinner late at night after a long day at jobs, school and on the freeways. The result is that eating late […]
A Weak Internal Clock Can be an Early Warning Sign of Dementia
Your daily rhythm may be more important to your brain health than previously thought. Older adults with weaker, more disrupted activity patterns were far more likely to develop dementia than those with stable routines. A later daily energy peak was also associated with a higher risk. The study points to the internal clock as a […]
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