Like many organs, the kidneys have their own circadian rhythm. This internal clock affects your electrolyte balance, hydration and a variety of factors. The kidneys play a variety of roles in the human body. They create urine, which disposes of metabolic wastes, but this is just the first of their vital functions. A new study […]
Predicting Depression Severity Using Melatonin Samples
Depression, the most common mental disorder in the world, appears to be linked to sleep disorders and altered melatonin levels. Around 6.7 percent of American adults have a major depressive episode every year, making depression one of the most important public health issues of our time. Sleep disorders are considered one of the major symptoms […]
Poor Sleep-Wake Cycles Could Be a Risk Factor for Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease with no known cure. Treating the sleep disorders associated with Parkinson’s may offer hope. Parkinson’s disease is caused by a loss of the ability of neurons in the brain to make dopamine, a neurotransmitter that aids in cognitive function, emotional control, motor coordination and a variety of other vital […]
Disrupting the Circadian Rhythm of Cancer: Potential for New Treatment
Understanding and attacking the circadian rhythm of cancer cells may be the most effective way to treat cancers such as acute myeloid leukemia, according to a new study. Treating cancers such as acute myeloid leukemia is one of the greatest challenges in modern medicine. Because cancer cells are human cells, many therapies that target cancer […]
The Genetic Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Metabolic Disorders: Translin
A new study has identified the gene that may be the missing link between sleep deprivation and metabolic disorders. Scientists have long known that there is a link between poor sleep and disorders of the metabolic system such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Studies have indicated that some people are more susceptible to the endocrine-crushing effects […]
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