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Q&A: Eating Milk Chocolate in the Morning Boosts Fat Metabolism
Q&A: Eating Milk Chocolate in the Morning Boosts Fat Metabolism
A study of 19 postmenopausal women found that eating a bar of chocolate in the morning affected their bodies differently than eating it at night, but neither led to weight gain.
A study of 19 postmenopausal women found that eating a bar of chocolate in the morning affected their bodies differently than eating it at night, but neither led to weight gain.
circadian rhythms, cell & molecular biology
Infographic: The Role of Circadian Clocks in Muscle
Diana Kwon | Sep 1, 2018 | 2 min read
Timekeepers in muscle help mediate metabolism, and may influence neurological processes such as sleep.
Muscle Clocks Play a Role in Regulating Metabolism
Diana Kwon | Sep 1, 2018 | 9 min read
Just 20 years ago, scientists didn’t even realize muscles had their own circadian clocks. Now they are beginning to appreciate their importance in health.
Why Afternoon Open Heart Surgery Is Better for Patient Outcomes
Catherine Offord | Oct 27, 2017 | 2 min read
Research in human patients and mice reveals the role of the circadian clock in the risk of heart damage at different times of day.
Circadian Rhythms Influence Treatment Effects
Jyoti Madhusoodanan | Apr 1, 2017 | 10+ min read
Across many diseases, taking medication at specific times of day may make the therapy more effective.
Infographic: Circadian Clock Affects Health and Disease
Jyoti Madhusoodanan | Mar 31, 2017 | 1 min read
The body's rhythms could affect numerous ailments as well as how people respond to treatments.