Gene which makes you a 'night owl' identified
People with the "night owl" variant of this gene have a longer circadian cycle than most, making them stay awake later
Apr 07, 2017, 17:05 PM ISTInsomnia may elevate risk of stroke, heart attack
Researchers have found that suffering from insomnia may put people at increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
Apr 01, 2017, 16:05 PM ISTAre you a victim of inadequate sleep? Dietary prebiotics might help you out!
When beneficial bacteria digest prebiotic fiber, they not only multiply, improving overall gut health, but they also release metabolic byproducts.
Feb 25, 2017, 09:35 AM ISTSleep disorder may affect kidney function
There was also a significant association between sleep quality and kidney failure risk: each one percent increase in sleep fragmentation was linked with a four percent increase in the risk of developing kidney failure.
Nov 20, 2016, 16:37 PM ISTInsomnia increases risk of stroke, irregular heartbeat
Are you suffering from insomnia? Well, this sleep disorder may increase the risk of an irregular and often rapid heartbeat, known as atrial fibrillation or arrhythmia.
Nov 15, 2016, 23:05 PM ISTSleep deprivation: Five ways lack of sleep affects your health!
People who have sleep problems are at an higher risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and and stroke.
Nov 05, 2016, 11:10 AM ISTSleep apnea patients at glaucoma risk
Glaucoma is thought to be a disease in which the optic nerve sustains damage due to increased eye pressure, resulting in a restricted visual field.
Jul 24, 2016, 11:40 AM ISTInsomnia and ageing: How to get good night's sleep as you age!
Here are a few tips to help you overcome age-related sleep problems and enjoy a good night's rest.
May 05, 2016, 15:59 PM ISTWant to sync your body clock? Eat magnesium-rich diet!
Shift work, time zone changes or sudden change in routine are some of the reasons that causes Circadian rhythm disorders commonly known as delayed phase sleep disorder.
Apr 16, 2016, 18:35 PM ISTSize of your tongue and tonsils can be reason for trouble sleeping
The research found that oversized tonsils and tongue indentations, which are teeth imprints along the tongue that indicate it is too large for the mouth, placed people at high risk for OSA.
Mar 10, 2016, 08:17 AM IST'Too much' or 'too little' sleep can increase stroke sisk!
A new study suggests that getting the right amount of sleep and exercising several times a week can significantly can reduce the risk of stroke.
Feb 19, 2016, 13:23 PM ISTDepression? It could be just sleep apnea
Just having suicidal thoughts need not necessarily suggest that you are suffering from depression as researchers have found that such depressive symptoms are extremely common in people who have obstructive sleep apnea, (OSA), a common sleep disorder.
Sep 23, 2015, 13:27 PM ISTWhy insomnia is more common among women
Insomnia in adults is partially explained by genetic factors, and this heritability is higher in females than in males, suggests a new study on twins.
Sep 17, 2015, 16:02 PM ISTCoffee at night can disrupt sleep: Study
A double espresso three hours before bedtime can induce a 40-minute time delay in your body's internal clock, making it harder to go to sleep on time and more challenging to wake up in the morning, scientists have shown for the first time.
Sep 17, 2015, 15:46 PM IST