circadian rhythms
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Checking Your Phone At Night Won’t Necessarily Throw Off Your Internal Clock, Mouse Study Finds
People who only occasionally fall down an internet rabbit hole on their smartphones late at night might be able to rest easier – at least according to the results of a new study in mice. Researchers found that short bursts of light exposure at night won’t necessarily disrupt your internal clock, including sleep habits.
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How Your Genes Influence Whether You’re A Morning Person
A DNA analysis of nearly 90,000 23andme customers suggests our preference for early mornings may be rooted in our genes. The study also suggests that night owls are at greater risk of depression and other health issues. But those findings come with a couple of caveats.