Biological Rhythm and Chronotype: New Perspectives in Health
Rhythmic bodily function is a characteristic of good health. Association between rhythm and certain diseases has led to the understanding that circadian disruption is harmful to health. Research group from Italy looked into conditions, where sleep–wake cycle is synchronized with the day–night cycle, including such factors, as the timing of meals and social routines. There are chronotypes distinguished in the literature: Morning, Neither, and Evening-types. It is suggested that circadian rhythm alterations can lead to the development of certain pathological states (cancer, neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases), as well as speed the physiological aging. Read the full article by the link!