Melatonin is one of the most popular supplements in the world. Best known for its role in promoting quality sleep, this natural supplement has a wide range of uses that are not as commonly known. Although it is indeed effective in guiding the circadian rhythm, melatonin can also have positive effects on cell growth, heart […]
World Sleep Day: Recognizing the Importance of Sleep
How have you been sleeping lately? Although we recognize the importance of lifestyle to our lifelong health, many people forget that sleep is also part of this healthy lifestyle. Your sleep — or lack thereof — is one of the most important factors in your health both today and throughout your life. World Sleep Day […]
The Role of the Circannual Rhythm in Health and Disease
A great deal has been written about the circadian rhythm and the role it plays in health and disease. However, this is not the only internal clock that governs human health: We also have a circannual rhythm, an annual clock that measures the time of year. In ways we are just beginning to understand, our […]
Chronobiology and Sight: How the Eyes Synchronize Our Internal Clocks
Without vision, we would miss out on a variety of experiences. We would have trouble navigating our world and performing certain careers. There are also intangible elements of sight that would be lost, such as seeing the faces of loved ones or appreciating a piece of fine art. However, we are beginning to discover that […]
Chronobiology and Metabolism: The Role of Clock Genes
Metabolism is one of the most important processes that occurs in the human body. Like all other life processes, it is deeply connected to internal clocks. Several recent studies on chronobiology and metabolism have found that the body’s 24-hour circadian rhythm affects a variety of metabolic processes, indicating that maintaining a healthy sleep-wake cycle maybe […]
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