Practical Applications of the Circadian Rhythm

Ford, Erin

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Title

Practical Applications of the Circadian Rhythm

Author(s)

Ford, Erin

Issue Date

2024

Keyword(s)

• circadian rhythm
• biological cycles

Date of Ingest

2025-03-22T19:28:41-05:00

Abstract

The Circadian Rhythm is a cycle within the body that controls multiple biological processes such as the sleep-wake cycle, body temperature, hormone releasing, and digestive system. The circadian rhythm is widely theorized and understood to be developed because of the daily cycle of light and dark. This can be attributed to sunlight serving as the primary source of food for photosynthetic organisms, causing a cycle within the organism that causes food to be processed during the hours of daylight and a period of fasting during the night. Recent research has suggested that disruptions in this rhythm can lead to various issues within the body. However, there have been advancements in the applications of the circadian rhythm in the areas of the immune system and infection; exercise and sleep; digestion and food-processing; and cancer and treatments.This paper explores the fundamental mechanisms of the circadian rhythm and the impact on human health in various areas, advocating for practical applications of this profound biological cycle

Publisher

University of Illinois Undergraduate Neuroscience Society

Type of Resource

text

Genre of Resource

article

Language

eng

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Copyright 2024 Erin Ford

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