WASHINGTON — The internal clocks of grizzly bears keep ticking through hibernation, according to a genetic study led by researchers at Washington State University (WSU), highlighting the strong role of circadian rhythms in the metabolism of many organisms including humans. The circadian rhythm is a 24-hour cycle that’s part of the body’s internal clock. It … Read more
In a recent study published in Hypertension Research, a group of researchers examined the relationship between dietary and sleep rhythms and blood pressure (BP) levels in children aged 6-15 from Chongqing and Sichuan provinces and identified optimal rhythm interventions to prevent Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) onset potentially. Study: The impact of dietary and sleep rhythms on blood … Read more
Being a night owl might not be great for your blood sugar control, new research this week suggests. The study found that middle-aged women who prefer to stay up late were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. This associated link was found even after the researchers accounted for other unhealthy behaviors more commonly seen … Read more