A new study shows that the elevation in estradiol levels that occurs during pregnancy is more pronounced in pregnant women with restless legs syndrome than in controls.
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Is There A Relationship Between Sleep-wake Rhythm And Diabetes?
Scientists have succeeded in identifying a new gene variant which is associated with elevated fasting glucose levels and a high risk for type 2 diabetes.
Genetic Link Found Between Sleep Disorders And Depression In Young Children
A new study has used twin data to examine the longitudinal link between sleep problems and depression. Results of this study demonstrate that sleep problems predict later depression; the converse association was not found. These findings are consistent with the theory that early treatment of sleep problems may protect children from the development of depression.
Natural Brain Substance Blocks Weight Gain In Mice, Researchers Discover
Mice with increased levels of a natural brain chemical don’t gain weight when fed a high-fat diet, researchers have found.
Sleep Disorders: Warning Sign For Neurodegenerative Disease?
People with a sleep disorder that causes them to kick or cry out during their sleep may be at greater risk of developing dementia or Parkinson’s disease, according to a