Sleep deprivation and maintaining a healthy weight are among the most common health problems people face in their day-to-day lives. Well over one third of Americans routinely don’t get enough sleep. Just over 42 percent of American adults are obese. A little more than 30 percent of American adults are overweight, meaning that almost three […]
Recovering From Sleep Deprivation: Why Catch-Up Sleep May Not Be Enough
Sleep deprivation has gotten a lot of attention from health officials and researchers in recent years, and deservedly so. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have both identified sleep deprivation as a serious public health problem, impacting physical health, cognitive performance and mental well-being in numerous ways. […]
Daylight Saving Time Affects Night Owls More Than Early Birds
A new study conducted by University of Michigan researchers confirms that Daylight Saving Time affects night owls more than it does early birds. Published in Scientific Reports, the study results revealed significant differences in the impact the time shift has on different chronotypes, such as the classic early bird or lark and the night owl. […]
Science Suggests Daylight Saving Time Bad for Your Health
As the vast body of evidence linking sleep quality and circadian rhythms to physical health, cognitive performance and mental well-being continues to grow, many scientists and health care professionals are casting an inquiring eye on Daylight Savings time. There’s far more than just an hour of sleep at play with this time shift. Of course, […]
New Study Shows Exercising Before Breakfast Twice as Effective
Are you getting enough exercise? Although we all know that physical activity is important, many of us have a hard time getting the amount that we need for optimal health. However, there is hope: According to new research, exercising before breakfast may be a powerful life hack that allows us to enjoy twice the health […]
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