Category: Sleep

Probiotic Supplement Decrease Inflammation and Free Radical Damage Normally Caused by Chronic Sleep DeprivationSource: Journal Nutrients (2023)Lifestyle Medicine Update (May 2, 2023)A study published in the journal Nutrients in 2023, by researchers at the university of Camerino in Italy, showed that a multi-strain probiotic supplement may counter the negative effects of sleep deprivation on brain Read More

Melatonin Recommended as First Choice Sleep Aid for Individuals Over 55 yr.Source: Frontiers of Endocrinology Journal (2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 4, 2021)If you suffer from insomnia or interrupted sleep problems, you may be interested in the research published in the journal, Frontiers of Endocrinology in 2019. This paper reviewed the role of melatonin in brain Read More

LMU 158 – Sleep: Your Silent Immune SuperpowerSource: European Journal of Physiology (2012)Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 11, 2020)Introduction:In the realm of immune health, we often focus on diet, exercise, and supplements, but there’s a silent hero lurking in the shadows – sleep. This Lifestyle Medicine Update shines a light on the pivotal role that regular, Read More

LMU 20 – The Impact of Caffeine on Sleep, Alertness, and PerformanceSource: Journal Nutrition Reviews 2014Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 19, 2016)Introduction:Caffeine, a widely consumed stimulant found in coffee, tea, and other beverages, has long been associated with various effects on the body, including insomnia, increased alertness, and enhanced athletic performance. But how exactly does caffeine Read More