Not so long ago, in 2017, three American scientists received the Nobel Prize for their groundbreaking research on the biological clock. They discovered how the biological clock actually works. We’ve got light-sensitive cells in our eyes called spheres. These connect to the part of the brain called the biological clock that regulates our body’s daily rhythms.
But what does this mean for us?
The spheres send signals to our brain, which then sends signals to our internal systems to activate processes or let our body know when to get ready for sleep. These spheres react to the type of light you get, so it’s very important to get the right light at the right time.
· Intense morning light awakens our body.
· Daylight gives us more energy.
· Dim evening light makes your body ready for sleep.
Make sure you get at least two hours of daylight, or use electric light that compensates for the lack of daylight, during the day. This way, your biological clock can run in sync with the time of day, helping you feel energized at the right time and sleepy at the right time.
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