The links between the circadian rhythm and overall health and functioning are many. Indeed, they run deep, impacting the very mechanics of numerous bodily processes and even how effective certain types of medicines are. Affected by a variety of factors, the timing of the approximately 24-hour circadian rhythm cycle can vary from individual to individual. […]
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 […]
Daylight Saving Time Affects Night Owls More Than Early Birds
A new study conducted by University of Michigan researchers confirms that Daylight Saving Time affects night owls more than it does early birds. Published in Scientific Reports, the study results revealed significant differences in the impact the time shift has on different chronotypes, such as the classic early bird or lark and the night owl. […]
Why Mental Well-Being Tends to Be Higher in Summer
In a new study linking better mental well-being to the summer season, Binghamton University, State University of New York (SUNY), researchers highlight the influence of the sunny season on important factors known to impact mental state and function. These factors include sleep, exercise and diet. What is really remarkable about this study is that it […]
Disregarding Time of Day in Animal Studies May Be Detrimental
Chronobiology is becoming increasingly important in the medical and scientific communities in terms of deepening the understanding of disease processes and overall health. Researchers are learning more about the influence of biological rhythms on medical outcomes in a wide range of settings, including animal research. While animal studies do play an important role in medical […]
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