Chronotype is the behavioral manifestation of circadian rhythm's physical processes. People fall into two extremes: eveningness (delayed sleep) and morningness (advanced sleep). Most individuals have some flexibility in sleep timing
Mimosa is a genus of about 600 species in Fabaceae family. Name comes from Greek 'mimos' meaning 'actor' and '-osa' meaning 'resembling'. Species native to Americas, Africa, Indian subcontinent and Indochina
Circadian rhythms are 24-hour biological changes in organisms. Light, food, stress, and temperature affect circadian rhythms. Nearly every human tissue has its own circadian rhythm
High sleep debt and circadian misalignment are primary causes of low energy. Average sleep need is 8 hours 10 minutes, but 13.5% need 9+ hours. Sleep debt should be kept below five hours for optimal energy
Circadian misalignment affects sleep-wake cycle and cortisol production. Poor sleep hygiene includes alcohol, late meals, caffeine, and smoking. Stress and anxiety can trigger early waking. Environmental disturbances like light, sound, and heat disrupt sleep. Pregnancy and age-related sleep issues can cause early waking
Our bodies have a biological clock that regulates sleep based on light changes. Melatonin production increases before midnight to signal sleep. Cross-time zone travel disrupts the natural sleep cycle