Pregnancy brings with it a long list of aches, pains and inconveniences. One common complaint is that sleep can become more difficult. While most discomforts in pregnancy pose no risk of harm, a new study suggests that sleep disorders may increase the risk of preterm labor, which can in turn have very damaging effects on […]
The Seasonality of Sleep
Do you sleep more in winter? Do you find that your eating and exercise habits also vary with the seasons? Many people, and even animals and plants, experience slight changes in their daily habits in different seasons. According to recent research on the seasonality of sleep, this is more than a coincidence: In fact, our […]
New Link Between Mother’s Melatonin Levels and Autism Risk in Children
Autism is one of the fastest-growing neurodevelopmental disorders in the Western world. Despite intensive research, scientists and doctors are at a loss as to the causes of this disorder. According to surprising new research on melatonin and autism, parents who have low melatonin levels may have a higher risk of having a child who develops […]
Brown-Eyed Women at Greater Risk for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Do you find that your mood varies with the seasons? Feeling a little down in the winter months is a common problem. Millions of people suffer from a disorder known as seasonal affective disorder. In this disorder, low levels of light in the winter can actually make people physically and mentally ill. Although there are […]
Researchers Finally Reveal How Melatonin Promotes Sleep
With sleep disorders becoming increasingly common, it is no surprise that a growing number of people are taking melatonin supplements. These supplements are identical to a hormone of the same name made in our body that helps us to both fall asleep and stay asleep. Beyond its effects on the sleep cycle, however, little is […]
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