A healthy circadian rhythm is a key element of overall health and well-being. Our bodies are run by a circadian rhythm, an internal clock consisting of 24-hour cycles. This intuitive mechanism governs a variety of processes from sleep to the body’s metabolism. If the internal clock gets out of sync, there ist an increasing risk […]
Weight Loss for Millennials: How Modern Challenges Make Losing Weight Harder
Approximately seven out of every ten millennials are on track to be overweight or obese by the time they reach middle age. In fact, millennials weigh more on average than any generation before. Although there are various reasons for this phenomenon, research suggests that circadian rhythm disruption may be an important factor in weight loss […]
Seasonality and the Immune System: Are We More Likely to Get Sick in the Winter?
Does it ever seem like you get sick more often in the winter? Some postulate that this is simply because we spend more time crowded inside with other people when it’s cold out. This could be one reason that winter is often referred to as “cold and flu” season. However, it’s not necessarily that simple. […]
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 […]
A Disrupted Circadian Rhythm Impacts Healthy Fat, Fat Storage
A new study conducted by an international team of researchers demonstrated that the circadian rhythm impacts healthy fat tissue function. The study, recently published in Nature, showed that circadian rhythm disruption, especially when paired with a high fat diet, can have long-term effects on fat tissue and where fat is stored in the body. Fat […]
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