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  1. Top 3 Sleep Problems, Solved

    Tue, 25 Jun 2013

    fall asleep can also be a body clock issue. "Our circadian rhythms depend on natural light in the morning," says William keep us from feeling tired later. To help reset your circadian rhythms , buy a light box online—look for one with a brightness

  2. Vegetables Rely on Internal Clocks for Defense

    Mon, 24 Jun 2013

    University in Texas that conducted the study, says that the secret lies in how the cabbage's defense syncs up with its circadian rhythm . The rhythm itself is a type of biological clock that refreshes every 24 hours. She explains that the defense comes

  3. 5 Modern-Day Health Woes, Solved

    Tue, 21 May 2013

    other devices these days—can inhibit the production of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin and disrupt our circadian rhythms . Researchers think this is because LED-generated blue light emits wavelengths very similar to daylight, so

  4. 7 Health Problems Fixed by Food

    Thu, 16 May 2013

    lag is to fast for several hours before arriving at your destination. That's because when you eat influences your circadian rhythms , in much the same way that exposure to light and dark does. Let's say you're headed to France. On the plane

  5. 11 Ways We Sabotage Our Mental Health

    Tue, 7 May 2013

    Buse says; the blue light emitted by these devices suppresses the sleep hormone melatonin and can disrupt your circadian rhythm . 7 Tips for the Best Sleep Ever Drinking Too Much Why it's harmful: Alcohol depresses the nervous system, slowing

  6. Winter Weather Wearing on Moods

    Mon, 25 Mar 2013

    Landis. "When it's cold out, people stay inside more and that affects your exposure to light, which affects your circadian rhythms and how well you sleep," Landis said, adding that physical activity can also lead to more restful nights. "But

News

  1. You are 'When' You Eat, New Study Finds

    Tue, 29 Jan 2013

    messes with the body's internal clock system, known as circadian rhythms , and this might somehow have an adverse effect on metabolism Harvard Medical School, explained it this way: "The circadian system is made up of a master clock in the brain and

  2. Health Effects of a Long Flight

    Wed, 19 Dec 2012

    especially pregnant flight crew—and mileage chasers. Sleep If you cross time zones quickly, you leave your circadian rhythms back home. The result: jet lag. Sunlight is key in helping your brain and body adjust. If you travel east, avoid

  3. How to Beat the Winter Blues

    Fri, 30 Nov 2012

    dimmer switch on your happiness. Dreary days and scant natural light can be murder on your motivation and alter your circadian rhythm , leaving you short on the mood-boosting hormone serotonin. In fact, some 15 million people (three-fourths

  4. Late Shift Boosts Heart Attack , Stroke Risk

    Thu, 26 Jul 2012

    raising their risk of heart attack and stroke. So says percent increased risk of heart attack and a 5 percent increased increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke for people possibility is disruption in circadian rhythm , a feature inherent

  5. 'Social Jet Lag' Can Add to Obesity

    Thu, 10 May 2012

    also suffer the effects of insufficient sleep. The circadian clock also plays a role in how the body burns energy, which people have to be active and try to sleep outside their circadian window, has been simulated in carefully controlled

  6. Tips to Tackle Exhaustion

    Fri, 27 Apr 2012

    around the same time each evening, says Sharkey. "If you vary your bedtime--even by 30 or 60 minutes--your circadian rhythms get out of whack and you'll feel like you have jet lag every Monday morning," she says. Eat for Energy Kicking

  7. Sleep Problems Linked to Obesity, Diabetes

    Wed, 11 Apr 2012

    new mechanism by which disrupted circadian (24-hour) rhythms can increase during the day, they can face both circadian (24-hour cycle) disruption working at UPenn's Center for Sleep and Circadian Neurobiology, said the was "great

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  1. Seasonal Affective Disorder

    Fri, 23 Sep 2011

    those affected by SAT. Because it helps regulate our circadian rhythm . This rhythm tells us went to sleep and when to stay of the brain that I was referring to god controls circadian rhythm . Will sense it and respond to it. But beyond light

    Circadian Rhythm found at 1:26, 2:40

    big role for those affected by SAT. Because it helps regulate our circadian rhythm . This rhythm tells us went to sleep and when to stay awake and it causes a chemical change in our brains. There
    part of the brain that I was referring to god controls -- circadian rhythm . Will sense it and respond to it. But beyond light there are other ways to fight off these annual blues. Simple steps
  2. Helping Kids Sleep

    Fri, 18 Nov 2011

    they get closer to what an adult needs about nine hours night. But for teenagers it's very difficult because the circadian rhythm is so far off. When an adult or younger child is. That they have the very very hard time falling asleep than usual

    Circadian Rhythm found at 1:41

    nine hours -- night. But for teenagers it's very difficult because the circadian rhythm is so far off. When an adult or younger child is. That they have the very very hard time falling asleep than
  3. Lose Weight Around the Clock

    Thu, 17 Mar 2011

    ought to be around 730. get up and the reason that's important is if you don't pay attention through natural circadian rhythm of meal eating. Did you get hungry would have to be put on foolish thinks Google forging for food they shouldn't

    Circadian Rhythm found at 2:43

    the reason that's important is if you don't pay attention through natural circadian rhythm of meal eating. Did you get hungry would have to be put on -- -- -- foolish thinks Google forging for food
  4. Get Some Zzzs, Get to the Top of the Class

    Mon, 23 Aug 2010

    the weekend they suddenly think one gonna catch up until they start staying up later. That's really changed your circadian rhythm and it's almost like jet lag homemade jet lag so if you're staying up three hours later. Each night over the

    Circadian Rhythm found at 1:39

    catch up until they start staying up later. That's really changed your circadian rhythm and it's almost like jet lag homemade jet lag so if you're staying up three hours later. Each night over the weekend.
  5. Computing while Commuting

    Thu, 26 Jun 2008

    even follow the season. Aside from brightening up an office the sky ceiling may also help regulate your body's circadian rhythms . And finally better chocolate through technology candy maker Mars IBM in the USDA are launching a five year project

    Circadian Rhythms found at 1:08

    up an office the sky ceiling may also help regulate your body's circadian rhythms . And finally better chocolate through technology candy maker Mars IBM in the USDA are launching a five year project today. To map

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