Sleep

What is life like when you cannot sleep well? People with circadian rhythm disorders know all too well. These types of sleep disorders can affect every aspect of a person's life and even have a crucial effect on the risk for serious diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Circadian Rhythm Disorders: More Than Insomnia While nearly everyone will suffer from...

Night shift work can make you very tired and interfere with your sleep cycles. Alarmingly, a growing body of research suggests that it can also contribute to heart disease. Anyone who has ever performed night shift work knows that it can have immense effects on your schedule as well as your general feelings of well-being. When you work the night...

Having trouble falling or staying asleep? The answer could lie in your kitchen. Foods that help you sleep contain sleep-promoting nutrients that can induce a natural, restful nights' sleep. If a survey were to be done asking individuals what they would like to do more of in a typical day, sleep would likely be one of the top answers. For...

Scientists have long been aware of the link between melatonin and a healthy sleep-wake cycle. New evidence reveals previously unknown connections between melatonin and cancer. Many people use melatonin as a supplement to get better quality sleep and to treat circadian disorders such as jet lag. Several new studies suggest that melatonin also may have an impact in relation to cancer...

Melatonin plays an important role in regulating the circadian rhythm.  In addition, this hormone is showing promise as a treatment for a variety of health problems. Many people have heard of melatonin. It has become a popular supplement in recent years because of its important role in regulating the circadian rhythm. When people suffer from a melatonin deficiency, they may...

Can't seem to fall asleep? New research suggests that a glass of "night milk" may be as effective as common sedatives in promoting sleep. Next time you have trouble falling or staying asleep, reach for a glass of night milk instead of into your medicine cabinet. To clarify, this beverage isn't called night milk because you drink it before bedtime...