Researchers curious about the relationship between lack of sleep and emotions have identified the mechanism responsible for triggering emotional impairment when sleep is lacking. Quality sleep is a valuable component of our health and well-being. For many years researchers have studied how lack of sleep may be related to overall physical and mental health. Past […]
Sleep Apnea Found to Negatively Affect Outcomes in Cancer Patients
Sleep apnea is a respiratory problem that affects so much more than breathing. The stress on your body from apneic episodes can even increase your risk of death. Snoring is not just annoying for bed partners; it can be deadly as well. Many cases of snoring are caused by sleep apnea, a disorder in which […]
Not Getting Enough Sleep? Your Immune System Could be Suffering
Are you suffering from a cold? According to a new study on the immune system and sleep, getting enough rest may be crucial to fighting off illness this winter. B cells and T cells and antigens—oh my! We know a great deal about how our immune systems work, which has led to exciting and life-saving […]
Scientists Discover a Muscle Protein Helps Control Sleep
What part of the body is responsible for our circadian rhythm? If you answered “the brain,” you are correct—but only partially so. Our brains, particularly the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of the hypothalamus, indeed play a crucial role in setting our internal clocks. However, new research on how muscle protein helps control sleep points to our […]
The Real Battle of the Sexes: Sleep Differences Between Women and Men
More and more research is revealing that men and women are different in a variety of ways, aside from the obvious anatomical differences. According to several studies, the realm of sleep is no exception. Men and women have slight differences in their circadian rhythms that can have a huge impact on their daily routine. In […]
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