How is the sleep-wake cycle maintained in plants? New research about plant proteins may help us to better understand the human circadian rhythm and human disease. All life forms have biological rhythms. This complex set of internal clocks is regulated mainly by light, or the lack thereof. Human bodies and other diurnal living organisms innately […]
Reduction of Oxygen for a Short Duration May Reset Circadian Rhythm
Reducing oxygen is generally considered bad for the health. However, new research suggests that doing so for a short period of time may reset one’s circadian rhythm. Most people have suffered from jet lag at some point in their lives. The cause of jet lag is simple: A disruption of the circadian rhythm. Curing jet […]
Light Therapy Shown to Boost Male Sex Drive
Many men suffer from a low libido for a variety of reasons, but modern medicine has few answers. However, light therapy may provide a needed boost to the male sex drive. Most people are familiar with the pharmaceuticals available for erectile dysfunction, including the famous “little blue pill.” While there are helpful medications and supplements […]
How Competitive Sports Uses Circadian Rhythm Entrainment When Going For the Gold
Attention to detail can make all the difference in world-class competitive sports. Circadian rhythms are an important detail to consider. Winning a gold medal is not just a matter of natural talent. Athletes train for decades with a variety of staff and plan every aspect of their performance and their health to make sure they […]
Constant Exposure to Artificial Light More Damaging Than You May Think
Our world is brightly lit 24 hours a day. This constant exposure to artificial light may have more health effects than we realize. Artificial light changed the world in a variety of ways. People suddenly were not dependent on the sun to be productive: Work, play and socialization could happen at any time of day. […]
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