In 1962, a French geologist descended into a dark underground cave, but when he emerged more than two months later, he had lost track of time and helped reveal the human body's internal clockMichel Siffre's 1960s cave experiment revealed a hidden internal clock within humans. Isolated from all external time cues, his own sense o...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
Research suggests people who walk outside within hour of waking are using morning light exactly the way the body was built toMornings often begin indoors, but research suggests that getting outside soon after waking can significantly improve sleep, energy levels a...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
Stop chasing 10,000 steps daily: US entrepreneur Karl Mehta shares 7 simple walking habits that may control blood sugar level, improve healthThe 10,000-step goal, a marketing tactic, is challenged by research suggesting significant health benefits occur with around 7,000 steps da...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Psychology says older adults who protect a steady leisure rhythm after retirement don't simply like routine, they often use structure to support well-being when work no longer organizes the dayRetirement often brings a loss of daily structure, but psychologists find that retirees who maintain organized activity cycles adapt better...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Sharpen your memory with these 8 simple morning habits: Psychologists ExplainsYour morning routine significantly impacts brain function. Simple habits like consistent sleep, sunlight exposure, and exercise boost alert...
31 May, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
Psychology suggests adults who dim the lights long before bed aren’t being dramatic: They’re protecting the slow transition the mind needs because bright evenings can keep the body externally cuedResearchers uncover the mystery behind dimming the lights before bedtime. It turns out this soothing practice sends a message to the brain ...
31 May, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
Why late afternoon naps make you feel more exhausted instead of refreshed?Late afternoon naps can lead to exhaustion due to sleep inertia, where waking from deep sleep causes disorientation. Naps exceeding 30-40 m...
27 May, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Is travelling bad for human body? 3 troubling findings revealed by Bryan Johnson after recent trip, calls travel ‘barbaric’Bryan Johnson has claimed that frequent international travel may be harmful for the human body, calling it “barbaric” in a recent X post. S...
27 May, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Do you drink coffee right after waking up? Oxford-certified nutritionist shares 6 healthier morning habits to try insteadDitch excessive coffee for a healthier start. Nutritionist Suman Agarwal recommends six simple morning habits. Begin with warm water to aid...
26 May, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
How to wake up correctly? 7 daily morning habits to follow with an hour. Top doctor explains the science behind itA doctor has highlighted how the first 60–90 minutes after waking up play a key role in setting the body’s “neurobiological tone” for the r...
26 Apr, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
Actor Madhavan shares a health warning: When early morning ‘acidity’ can be deadly and why you should not ignore itActor R Madhavan highlighted a critical health warning: early morning chest discomfort might signal a heart issue, not just indigestion. Be...
24 Apr, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Dementia risk associated with weak internal body clock, study suggestsYour body's internal clock could be a key factor in dementia risk. A new study reveals that disrupted sleep-wake cycles are linked to a muc...
05 Jan, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
The blue light from your phone does affect your routine, but not in the way you think: NYU neurologist busts a popular mythNYU neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki has debunked the myth that blue light “fries your brain,” stressing that timing is the real disruptor. ...
01 Oct, 2025, 03.52 PM IST
Researchers develop AI tool to predict episodes of mood disorder using sleep dataResearchers developed an AI tool that predicts mood disorder episodes using smartwatch sleep data. The tool analyses sleep-wake rhythms, wh...
22 Nov, 2024, 11.07 AM IST
No more jet lag: Scientists develop wearable technology that will help stabilise your internal clockWith the new technology it is now possible to efficiently use light to optimise and maintain human health.
19 Dec, 2019, 05.32 PM IST
Cancer cells alter the body clock to boost tumour growthA tumour cell takes a pathway that's already in the cell and using it to its advantage.
01 Jan, 2018, 01.20 PM IST
Do you do long-hauls frequently? Here's how to avoid jet lagFor regular long-haul flyers, here are a few science-backed strategies to cure the many side effects.
09 Feb, 2017, 10.41 AM IST