Liver cancer is a serious disease that affects about 8,000 people only in germany, but is an worldwide problem. Men are three times more likely to be affected than women, with an average age of onset of 69 years. 11 percent of people with the illness do not survive the first five years after diagnosis. […]
4 Diseases Caused by Lack of Sleep
In recent decades, research has revealed that there are a number of diseases caused by lack of sleep, something that should be of serious concern in our modern, 24-hour world. Fortunately, scientists are concerned and sounding the alarm, with many groups describing sleep deprivation as a major global public health problem. These are just a […]
Timing of Mineral Intake Can Influence Cancer Risk
Modern science is approaching a deeper understanding of diet and health. There is a growing body of evidence supporting the concept that the connections between diet and health are about more than just what you eat. Medical scientists and researchers, especially those specializing in chrononutrition, are learning that when you eat is also important. One […]
Daytime Sleepiness Can Predict Risk for Alzheimer’s, Heart Disease and Cancer
Researchers have connected excessive daytime sleepiness to a variety of diseases and health conditions, some quite serious. Sleepiness during the daytime is considered excessive when it happens almost every day for at least three months. There are numerous causes for feeling sleepy during the day, including simply not getting enough sleep. However, when daytime sleepiness […]
Cancer and the Circadian Clock: Maintaining Balance for Cellular Health
Operating on the approximately 24-hour circadian rhythm that mirrors the earth’s day-night cycle, the circadian clock plays a vital role in regulating the timing of essential bodily processes. As such, the circadian clock is tightly connected to human health. Chronic circadian rhythm disruption, such as that typically experienced by shift workers, significantly increases the risk […]
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