British dietitian Erin Villjoen says common winter ailments are often signs you need help. She highlighted six of the mo…
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Lack of sleep, fatigue, and chronic illnesses are the primary culprits behind dark circles and bags under the eyes. However, there are many other factors that contribute to these features.…
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Science & Technology
When Sleep Steals Your Focus: Why Your Brain Flushes Out Fluid During Micro-Naps
Research conducted by scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston has shed light on the changes that occur in the brain due to fatigue. According to the team’s…
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That midafternoon fog hits most people around 1:30 p.m., when productivity nosedives. Two things drive it: your circadian rhythm and “sleep pressure,” which builds up through the day. A study…
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We often blame fatigue on lack of sleep or stress. However, American researchers have uncovered a potential biological reason for excessive daytime sleepiness. It’s linked to certain molecules in the…
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Men might like to see themselves as the tougher half of the population. However, scientists at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston have found that men’s fatigue is often exaggerated…
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New evidence shows the coronavirus pandemic left lasting impacts on people’s health worldwide. As SARS-CoV-2 swept the globe, cases of myalgic encephalomyelitis—better known as chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)—have surged. A…
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The popularity of video conferencing, especially through platforms like Zoom, surged dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was during this time that employees from various companies adapted to working from…
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Researchers at Galway University in Ireland found that people who take part in video conferences—like those on Zoom or Teams—feel more fatigued when they can see themselves on screen. A…
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When coordination falters, productivity drops, and reactions slow down, it’s time to take a break. But what if getting out of bed feels like an uphill battle, even after a…
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Trying to “catch up” on sleep over the weekend might seem like the perfect fix for a week of lost rest. But Professor Russell Foster, a sleep and circadian rhythm…
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Feeling like you need a siesta after lunch or nodding off on a hot summer afternoon is normal. But how do you tell if it’s the heat — or something…
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A sleep strategy for staying alert on night shifts comes from Japan, a country known for long working hours. Professor Sanae Oriyama from Hiroshima University proposed a method for spacing…
