Summary: Research presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes suggests that night owls, or those with a late chronotype, are at a significantly higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes, even after accounting for lifestyle factors like diet and exercise. The … [Read more...]
Night Owls and Brain Function: The Surprising Connection
Summary: A study by Imperial College London, utilizing data from over 26,000 participants in the UK Biobank, has discovered a correlation between individuals’ chronotypes (preference for morning or evening activity) and their cognitive performance. The research found that “night … [Read more...]
Bright Lights at Night Might Up Diabetes Risk
Summary: A study conducted by Flinders University highlights a significant link between exposure to bright light at night and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The research tracked light exposure and health outcomes of around 85,000 participants over nine years, … [Read more...]
Night Shifts Disrupt Protein Rhythms, Increasing Obesity Risk
Summary: A analyze by Washington Condition University and the Pacific Northwest Countrywide Laboratory observed that just 3 times on a night time change schedule disrupts protein rhythms associated to blood glucose regulation, rate of metabolism, and inflammation—a disruption … [Read more...]
Why Do We Usually Sleep at Night? What Happens When We Don’t Sleep? Expert Insights into This Essential Part of Our Lives
By Karine Scheuermaier, University of the Witwatersrand; Alison Bentley, University of the Witwatersrand; Dale Rae, University of Cape Town; Francesco Xavier Gomez-Olive Casas, University of the Witwatersrand; Gosia Lipinska, University of Cape Town; Jonathan Davy, Rhodes … [Read more...]