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Circadian Rhythm

Did you ever notice that you feel sleepy around the same time every day? Constantly running in the background of your brain and body, the circadian rhythm is a built-in 24-hour clock. It guides your body as to when you should be feeling sleepy, as well as when it’s time for your body to feel energized. The circadian rhythm is the built-in smart alarm clock you constantly carry with you, guiding your sleep schedule and daily energy rhythm. Your circadian rhythm works best when you regulate your habits, like going to bed at night when it’s dark and waking up in the morning when it’s light. Naturally, the way evolution configured us.

Reboot your circadian rhythm

How to use light to reboot your circadian rhythm

The sleep-wake cycle is regulated by the body’s internal 24-hour clock – the circadian rhythm. But spending too much time indoors may be disrupting it.

Jun 1, 2020 Circadian Rhythm Lina Törnquist

Are you a micro sleeper?

Are you a micro sleeper? The answer could be in your genes

Some peoples ability to ‘micro-sleep’ can be found in their genes.

Nov 12, 2019 Circadian Rhythm Neil Clark

Women and Circadian Rhythm

Women suffer more from disruptions to their circadian rhythm than men

Survey also reveals that men are more willing to forego sex if it interferes with their sleep schedule. 

Mar 15, 2019 Circadian Rhythm Rachel Thomas

Your Body Clock and Sleep

The circadian rhythm and our inner smart watch

Learn how the body clock works and why it’s so important.

Aug 9, 2018 Circadian Rhythm Malin Eriksson

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