Do you have a regular bedtime? Most children go to bed at a set time, but adults instead fill their evening with household chores, to-do lists, work and television screens. While it is hard for many adults to force themselves to bed at the same time every night, this one habit can make a huge […]
New Insight into the Role of Melatonin in Pregnancy and Fertility
With many couples foregoing having children until later in life, there are a growing number of people who are struggling to conceive a healthy pregnancy. Fertility medicine has become one of the fastest-growing fields of health care. Although we know a great deal about how to encourage pregnancy, many couples still cannot conceive even with […]
Temperature Linked to Circadian Rhythm Disruptions
The United States was recently hit with a heatwave of epic proportions, leaving many areas ten degrees hotter than usual — or even more. One of the most common complaints during these weather extremes is that it becomes more difficult to sleep in the balmy temperatures. There is a great deal of lore regarding body […]
Melatonin Benefits Go Beyond Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Regulation
Melatonin is a hormone most often associated with sleep. Recently, new research has uncovered additional melatonin benefits that demonstrate the crucial ways in which this substance helps our bodies to function. How Does Melatonin Affect Sleep? The pineal gland naturally produces melatonin in response to decreased light levels. The production of this hormone begins as the brain […]
Alcohol and Sleep: How Drinking Disrupts the Body’s Circadian Rhythm
Insomnia is an epidemic in the modern world, with stress and unusual working hours keeping many people up at night. For around 20 percent of American adults, an alcoholic beverage is a go-to relief, helping them to stop the tossing and turning. According to several studies on alcohol and sleep, this can have serious effects on […]
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