Research now shows that individuals who are visually impaired are almost three times more prone to seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, than those with normal vision. Seasonal affective disorder is a depression brought on by seasonal change. The symptoms usually start in the fall and last throughout the winter. Symptoms include depression, moodiness, lethargy and […]
Children’s Sleep Impacted by Lead Exposure: A New Study
Although numerous studies prove that children need plenty of sleep in order to thrive, one new study suggests that lead may have a tremendous impact on children’s sleep patterns. Sleep deprivation and lead exposure both have a significant impact on child development. However, as a new study from Penn Medicine shows, lead exposure may actually […]
Research Says Catch Your Zzzs to Battle Obesity
Most people are aware of the many factors that contribute to weight gain and obesity such as poor diet and lethargy. However, science has now correlated an inadequate amount of sleep is a key factor in becoming overweight. All Age Groups are Effected by Lack of Sleep Obesity is a continually growing epidemic. The Centers […]
Short Sleepers: The 1 Percent of the Population Who Only Need 6 Hours of Sleep
Imagine sleeping only four hours a night and waking up refreshed. Although this isn’t the norm for a majority of the population, there are a small group of people where this is a reality. It is a generally accepted fact that the average person requires about eight hours of sleep every night for their body […]
New Study Links Sleep Deprivation with Insulin Sensitivity
According to a recent study, sleep deprivation may affect your insulin sensitivity. Additionally, your blood sugar levels may also wreak havoc on your overall biological rhythms. Everyone on Earth has an internal clock that tells us when we should sleep and when we should wake. Known as the “circadian rhythm,” it is a biological and self-sustained […]
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