Most people associate the circadian rhythm with its role in helping to regulate the sleep-wake cycle. However, this approximately 24-hour cycle also helps to regulate the timing of numerous bodily processes, including those involved with metabolism and hormone production. Understanding the relationship between the circadian rhythm and weight loss can help you to optimize your […]
Is There a Best Time of Day to Eat Spices?
The use of herbs and spices specifically for medicinal purposes dates back thousands of years. Many modern drugs have their origins in medicinal plants, so it is no surprise that modern science has proven that many spices offer significant health benefits. Chronobiology, with its focus on the impact of natural, biological rhythms on living organisms, […]
Altering Mealtimes to Treat Jet Lag
Jet lag and other circadian disorders are common in the modern world. What if you could treat jet lag with simple changes like altering the times when you eat? If you have ever flown across time zones or worked a night shift, you know what jet lag feels like. This disorder occurs when your body […]
New Discoveries in Chronobiology: The Circadian Clock Protects Eyes as They Age
Exciting new research conducted by a team of researchers led by Purdue University College of Agriculture biochemistry associate professor Vikki Weake offers fresh insight into the links between a healthy circadian rhythm and eye health and function as we age. According to the results of this new study, published in PLOS Genetics, the circadian clock […]
Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday: Here’s How to Adjust
While the autumn return to Standard time is in some ways an easier transition than the springtime shift to Daylight Saving Time, it can still have a powerful impact. That can be especially true for those dealing with seasonal mood disorders and certain types of sleep issues. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, so now […]
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