The field of chronobiology – the study of biological rhythms – has greatly expanded the understanding of the roles of rhythm and timing in the health and functioning of body and mind. Our complex bodily systems developed over time, evolving under the pattern of the skies: the cycle of day and night. Throughout the majority of […]
Shallow Sleep Syndrome: When You’re Still Tired After a Full Night’s Sleep
When it comes to good health and feeling your best — both physically and mentally — good sleep is an essential element. What you may not know is that good sleep involves both quantity and quality. With shallow sleep syndrome, the right quantity – seven or more hours of sleep – may be there, but […]
New Research Discovery: When You Eat Influences What You Eat
The body’s biological clock regulates the hunger cravings that influence when you eat. These cravings naturally peak around 8 p.m. — but eating later in the day may increase your risk for certain diseases. Now, a new study finds that when you eat also influences caloric intake and food choices. Why Do You Feel Hungrier […]
The Chronodiet: A Diet Based on Your Biology
Timing matters. That’s the premise of the Chronodiet. You’ve probably heard of the circadian rhythm, a term used in the science of chronobiology to describe the roughly 24-hour cycle followed by a wide variety of metabolic and physiological processes. When you sleep and when you wake up, the levels of hormones in your blood, brain […]
Study Shows: Two Simple Dietary Habits Lead to Lower Body Weight
Maintaining a healthy weight may depend not only on food choices but also on the timing of meals. A study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that two habits are associated with a lower body mass index (BMI) in the long term: extending the nighttime fasting period and eating […]
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