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What if there was a way to get more out of each day?
While we all have the same 24 hours, how we use that time impacts what we can accomplish.
Your Biological Clock
Your biological clock controls a great deal of how you function.
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Travelers may experience disturbances in their sleep-wake cycles leading to feelings ofjet lag.
You’ve probably noticed that there are certain times during the day when you feel more energized.
At other times, you might feel drained.
Because of this, your body’s internal clock can play an important role in your overall health.
Interruptions to your circadian rhythm may contribute to health conditions including diabetes,seasonal affective disorder, andsleep disorders.
For example, you could make lifestyle changes that can help get your circadian rhythm back on track.
The way we organize our daily activities is sometimes in direct contrast to our body’s own inclinations.
Altering your schedule might not always be easy, but there are clear benefits to doing so.
In addition to making better use of your time, there are also potential health implications.
Circadian rhythm disruptions have been linked to a range of negative health outcomes includingdepressionand diabetes.
When is the best time to tackle certain tasks?
Sleeping
Your biological clock plays a major role in controlling your daily sleeping and waking cycle.
Factors such as your schedule, bedtime routines, and even age can play a role as well.
The body’s natural sleep cycle changes as we age.
Knowing this might help you adapt your own schedule to best suit your sleep needs.
Energy levels tend to dip in the early afternoon.
This can be a great time to take a nap.
Eating
Could eating at the right time really be better for your health?
Studies suggest that eating at certain times may have some health benefits.
Restricting your eating to a 12 to 15-hour window during the day can be helpful.
Research suggests that regular exercise can help regulate your circadian rhythm and help improve your daily sleep schedule.
The evening might be the best time for yoga and other exercises that require flexibility.
This is because this is when the body is at its most relaxed and least prone to injury.
Thinking
You may also want to adjust your schedule to make of most of your mental powers.
The researchers found that people tend to do their best creative thinking when they are tired.
So what can you do if your daily schedule is out of sync with your biological clock?
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