All living creatures, from plants to fireflies to humans, have an innate circadian rhythm. However, there are key differences between organisms. In addition to differences between different species, there also appear to be dramatic differences between the sexes, particularly when it comes to sleep and memory. According to new research, women suffer more consequences in […]
Discovered: New Links Between Circadian Rhythm Disruption and Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared diseases of aging. It currently affects more than 5.5 million people in the United States alone, with most of those affected being over the age of 65. Although it is associated with a loss of memory and cognitive function, it also can have devastating physical effects. In fact, […]
Need for Sleep Linked to Genes, Says New Study
When it comes to what we want versus what we need, our sleep habits are no different and our unique sleep patterns are one of the areas where individual human behavior and biological needs vary the most. Although some people rise early in the morning naturally while others cannot fall asleep until midnight, as a […]
Researchers Find Link Between Poor Sleep and Negative Thinking
The health effects of poor sleep have been well-established: People who do not sleep well have higher rates of cardiovascular disease, increased risk of diabetes and even weaker immune systems. Sleep also appears to have a huge impact on mood. In fact, a recent study has found that there is a significant link between poor […]
Why You’re More Likely to Overeat in the Evening
The circadian rhythm is often associated with the biological sleep/wake cycle but what it comes down to is lighting. While sleeping habits are a large proponent to circadian rhythm studies, sets of research on the circadian rhythm and eating times show profound effects on the body’s metabolism. When it comes to the circadian rhythm, light […]
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