Sleep
In this section on Sleep, I have gathered several articles about common sleep problems and why keeping a steady body rhythm is so important. I cover how sleep patterns change as we age and the way sleep loss can actually change how the brain works. Finally, I look at the relationship between our internal body clocks, sleep, and the food we eat.
PARKINSON'S RELATED INFORMATION
Parkinson’s disease often disrupts sleep through symptoms and medication side effects. This fact sheet details common issues like insomnia and sleep apnea, offering practical "sleep hygiene" strategies—such as consistent schedules and dietary adjustments—to help patients achieve restorative rest.
Parkinson’s is more than tremors; it is a breakdown of the body’s internal clock. Discover how circadian disruption drives disease progression and why 'chronotherapy'—resynchronizing daily rhythms—is emerging as a vital new strategy for managing symptoms.
Sleep and circadian rhythm disruptions are fundamental to Parkinson’s; stabilizing daily cycles reduces symptom burden and improves overall patient functioning.
In a recent episode of The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Podcast, Dr. Beatrix Feigl, an Associate Professor at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), discussed her groundbreaking research into how specific types of light can treat both sleep and motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease (PD).
INFORMATION RELEVANT FOR EVERYONE
In a Better Brain Fitness episode, Drs. Josh Turknet and Tommy Wood argue that poor sleep isn't an inevitable part of aging. Instead, they reveal that declining sleep quality is often driven by lifestyle choices we can change, rather than just unalterable biological shifts.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
In this episode of StemTalk, Dr. Hans Van Dongen explores how sleep loss fundamentally rewires brain function and biology. He discusses the dangers of chronic sleep restriction, revealing that individuals often fail to recognize their own cognitive decline despite suffering severe impairment comparable to total sleep deprivation. The conversation covers the "local sleep" phenomenon—where neuronal groups shut down during wakefulness—and how this instability disrupts decision-making and metabolic health.
This atricle is based on an interview with Dr. Greg Potter. It brings together essential ideas about sleep and nutrition cycles, aligning everyday tips with what we know from research. Discover how light, meal timing, and consistent routines can sync your body’s clock to improve rest and overall health.