The body’s internal clock can change how we react to food. A new study shows that eating fried oil at the wrong time of day can damage kidneys. Mice that ate oxidised frying oil whenever they wanted had trouble turning certain harmful molecules, called epoxides, into safer ones, called diols. Thi
It can be hard to slip into sleep if your brain stays on alert. A simple nightly routine can tell the body it’s time to shut down and calm itself. One trick is to lower the light level in your home before bed. Turning off bright overhead lights and using a soft lamp helps the body release melaton
Flies, like many creatures, have internal clocks that help them stay on schedule. These clocks control when they sleep, eat, and do other important things. But not all flies stick to the clock perfectly. Some are more flexible, and this flexibility might help them survive when things get tough. One
In a groundbreaking discovery, a group of researchers in Japan have identified a compound that could revolutionize how we deal with jet lag and other sleep disorders. This compound, named Mic-628, has shown promising results in resetting the body's internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm. The
People who stay up late might be putting their hearts at risk. A recent study shows that night owls, especially those in middle age and older, have worse heart health. This is likely because they make choices that aren't good for their hearts, like eating poorly, smoking, and not getting enough slee
People who go to bed around 9 p. m. tend to be more active during the day. A study with 20, 000 participants showed that these early sleepers move more than those who stay up late. This is because their sleep aligns with their body's natural rhythm, giving them more energy. When people ignore their
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between a person's internal body clock and their risk of developing dementia. The study, which wrapped up in December 2025, tracked over 2, 000 adults, all around 79 years old and initially free of dementia, for three years. To gather data, participants w
Our bodies have an internal clock. It's like a tiny timekeeper inside us. This clock helps control many things. It tells us when to sleep and when to wake up. It also affects how our body works. This is called the circadian rhythm. When this rhythm gets messed up, it can cause problems. Things like
Ever wondered why your body clock seems to go haywire when you work shifts? It turns out, the math models that predict our internal rhythms do well in labs but struggle in the real world. This is especially true for shift workers whose light exposure is all over the place. Researchers dug into this
High blood pressure is a big problem for many adults. But here's some good news: a small change in sleep habits might help. Researchers found that going to bed at the same time every night can lower blood pressure. This is as good as exercising more or eating less salt. The study looked at 11 adult
