The Pineal gland is a small endocrine gland present in the brain of vertebrate animals. In humans, it's found near the center of the brain, tucked away in a groove, where the two halves of the Thalamus come together. It gets its name from its pine cone like shape. The pineal gland produces the hormones serotonin and melatonin. Serotonin and melatonin work together to ... Continue Reading
How To Beat Insomnia And Get A Good Night’s Sleep
An article analyzing common sleep mistakes and how to avoid them. It also discusses the links between poor sleep and migraines and dementia. Sleep is such an important part of your overall health that no amount of healthful food and exercise can counteract the ill effects of poor sleeping habits. Researchers have linked poor sleep to a number of health ailments, from ... Continue Reading
How to Reset Your Circadian Rhythm
(BeWellBuzz) Circadian rhythm refers to any biological process which displays an endogenous oscillation of 24-hours. In simpler terms, it refers to your body's internal biological clock. The term circadian comes from the Latin word circa meaning "around" and diem meaning "day". Our biological clocks are governed by a group of interacting molecules throughout the body. A ... Continue Reading