Sleep deprivation has gotten a lot of attention from health officials and researchers in recent years, and deservedly so. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have both identified sleep deprivation as a serious public health problem, impacting physical health, cognitive performance and mental well-being in numerous ways. […]
The 4 Types of Naps: Which is Best for You?
Adult napping, when practiced strategically, can offer a variety of benefits. These benefits can include improved cognitive performance and the promotion of better heart health via the lowering of blood pressure and the reduction of stress. However, napping strategy – the types of naps and the timing of naps – seems to be the key […]
Research Demonstrates How Prebiotics Help Regulate Circadian Rhythm
A new study, funded by the U.S. Navy and conducted by University of Colorado Boulder researchers, finds that prebiotics help regulate circadian rhythm and help to restore that rhythm after it has been disrupted. The role of a healthy circadian rhythm in helping to maintain health and decrease disease risk is well established, so researchers […]
Not Getting Enough Sleep Linked to Unhealthy Snacking
Sleep deprivation and maintaining a healthy weight are among the most common health problems people face in their day-to-day lives. Well over one third of Americans routinely don’t get enough sleep. Just over 42 percent of American adults are obese. A little more than 30 percent of American adults are overweight, meaning that almost three […]
Shift Work Negatively Affects Our Biological Rhythms – Here’s How
While many employees enjoy an average work schedule of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, many modern jobs keep people working around the clock in rotations, an alternative schedule known as shift work. Shift workers operate outside of the general nine-to-five grind, often working late hours, rotating their hours from week to week […]
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