A new study, funded by the U.S. Navy and conducted by University of Colorado Boulder researchers, finds that prebiotics help regulate circadian rhythm and help to restore that rhythm after it has been disrupted. The role of a healthy circadian rhythm in helping to maintain health and decrease disease risk is well established, so researchers […]
Circadian Rhythm and Asthma: New Research Helps Explain Why Asthma Worsens at Night
Asthma is an increasingly common respiratory ailment. Globally, there approximately 300 million people suffer from asthma. As far back as the late 1600s, scientists have recognized a pattern to asthma, noting that the respiratory problems associated with this chronic ailment are often worse at night. However, what science hasn’t been able to determine, until perhaps […]
The 4 Types of Naps: Which is Best for You?
Adult napping, when practiced strategically, can offer a variety of benefits. These benefits can include improved cognitive performance and the promotion of better heart health via the lowering of blood pressure and the reduction of stress. However, napping strategy – the types of naps and the timing of naps – seems to be the key […]
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 […]
Recovering From Sleep Deprivation: Why Catch-Up Sleep May Not Be Enough
Sleep deprivation has gotten a lot of attention from health officials and researchers in recent years, and deservedly so. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have both identified sleep deprivation as a serious public health problem, impacting physical health, cognitive performance and mental well-being in numerous ways. […]
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