What Is Circadian Rhythm?

or why your ideal bedtime is so different from your partner’s? The answers to all of these questions involve circadian rhythms。

the natural patterns that take place in your body over the course of each 24-hour cycle. Circadian rhythms affect many bodily processes， particularly in connection with sleep， and your behavior. Perhaps the most well-known circadian rhythm is the sleep-wake cycle。

Have you ever wondered why taking a nap seems particularly appealing in the middle of the afternoon。

which determines how sleepy or alert you feel throughout the day and night.We cover how circadian rhythms work， why jet lag hits you harder when you travel eastward， along with how to prevent and address disruptions to your circadian rhythms. ， your mental state，。