For thousands of years, there have been theories, beliefs and myths connecting the moon to human health and well-being. In what may be yet another exciting affirmation of what some would deem old knowledge or old wisdom, it appears that lunar influence over human biological rhythms and cycles may not be the complete myth science […]
Can Getting Too Little Sleep Make You Selfish?
Sleep, both in terms of amount and quality, has garnered a great deal of research attention over the past few decades. And, rightfully so. Intrinsic to cognitive performance and mental well-being, critical to physical health and healthy aging, sleep is an essential part of our lives that deserves far more respect and greater priority than […]
Sleep and Aging: Can Deep Sleep Keep You Young?
It is well established that deep sleep is essential to overall health and well-being, both short-term and long-term. During deep sleep, numerous health-preserving processes take place, including the flushing of toxins from the brain, the repair of tissues and immune system strengthening. According to University of California, Berkeley researchers, in addition to the connection between […]
Later School Start Times Get Mixed Reaction From Students
In the United States, the state of California recently changed state law regarding what time schools can start in the morning. The bill the governor signed into law specifically mentions the issue of sleep deprivation among middle school and high school students. With 73 percent of teens routinely not getting the recommended amount of sleep, […]
The Role of Chronopharmacology in Medicine
While concepts associated with chronobiology have been with us for centuries, it is only with modern science that we’ve been able to truly see how biological rhythms come into play on a molecular level. As science is able to delve deeper into the study of biological rhythms and the significance of their timing, a wealth […]
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