Melatonin has been proven to affect sleep-wake patterns, cell growth and a variety of cell pathways. New studies indicate it may control female fertility as well. Our bodies run on a variety of rhythms, including a 24-hour circadian rhythm and a seasonal rhythm. Women’s bodies also have a monthly cycle that governs female fertility. New […]
Light Pollution Contributes to Poor Sleep Hygiene
Although we feel safer sleeping in a well-lit neighborhood, light pollution may actually interfere with our circadian rhythm and rob us of high-quality rest. The Western world has associated light with safety for over 100 years. Our streets and neighborhoods are filled with lights that help us to see and prevent danger. In many ways, […]
Which Disturbs Your Sleep More: the iPad or the Book?
While many once went to bed with a book, now numerous people instead fall asleep reading an iPad or other device. This may have negative effects on sleep. Tablets have become a central part of Western life. We watch television shows and movies on them, complete schoolwork on them and even use them to manage […]
Melatonin, Pain and Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain disorder, affects an estimated 4 percent of the population but is poorly understood. A new study has found that low melatonin may be a contributor to this disorder. While most people think of melatonin as a sleep hormone, low melatonin has been linked to a variety of disorders, including disorders involving […]
Bipolar Disorder and Sleep Patterns: Newly-Discovered Connections
Can sleep disturbances contribute to mental illness? A new study suggests that bipolar disorder and disrupted sleep patterns may be interrelated. Once called manic depression, bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by cycles of mania and depression. While this disease is now better understood, many people suffering from this disorder struggle to find a […]
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