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Get ready to turn back the hands of time on Biological Clock Day on April 28! This day was created to bring awareness to the human body's internal clock and its effects on aging and overall health. The term "biological clock" was first coined in the early 20th century, but it wasn't until recent years that scientists have delved deeper into understanding its mechanisms. While some may view this day as a reminder of getting older, let's see it as a chance to learn more about our bodies and how we can take care of ourselves both physically and mentally. So let's celebrate our amazing biological clocks and all the wonderful things they do for us!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1729</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Observation of Biological Rhythms</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jean-Jacques d'Ortous de Mairan, a French astronomer, observed the rhythmic leaf movement in plants, an early observation of biological rhythms.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Frank Brown's "Time Sense"</div><div class='timeline-text'>American biologist Frank Brown suggested that humans have a “time sense” or an innate ability to sense time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1954</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Term "Circadian"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Franz Halberg coined the term "circadian” to describe the inherent 24-hour biological rhythm found in humans and other organisms.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of "Clock" Genes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Seymour Benzer and Ronald Konopka discovered the first "clock" genes in fruit flies, opening a new area of research into biological clocks.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nobel Prize in Medicine</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael W. Young, won the Nobel Prize in Medicine for their work on the genetic basis of the circadian rhythm.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2022</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Current Understanding and Research</div><div class='timeline-text'>Present-day scientists continue to research and understand the complexities of the biological clock and its impacts on health and well-being.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a sleep schedule</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Biological Clock Day by creating a sleep schedule that aligns with your body's natural circadian rhythm. This can help improve your overall sleep quality and make you feel more energized throughout the day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a break from screens</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day without constantly checking your phone or staring at a computer screen. This can help give your eyes and mind a break from artificial light and allow your biological clock to reset.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for a sunrise or sunset walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take in the beauty of nature and sync up with your biological clock by going for a sunrise or sunset walk. The natural light can help regulate your body's internal clock and promote better sleep patterns.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Practice mindful breathing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a few minutes throughout the day to practice deep, mindful breathing. This can help reduce stress and anxiety, which can disrupt our biological clock and sleep patterns.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a pajama party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and celebrate Biological Clock Day with a cozy pajama party. You can share tips for better sleep habits and have a relaxing evening together.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about women's fertility</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Biological Clock Day is an important reminder for women to take control of their reproductive health. It highlights the fact that a woman's fertility declines with age and encourages proactive steps such as fertility testing and egg freezing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes conversations about parenthood</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day also serves as a reminder for individuals and couples to have open discussions about their desires and plans for parenthood. It can help start important conversations about family planning, career goals, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It recognizes the importance of self-care</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Biological clock day reminds individuals to prioritize their own health and well-being, both physically and mentally. This can include taking breaks from work, getting enough sleep, managing stress levels, and making healthy lifestyle choices.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Biological Clocks Aren't Just About Sleep</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike what is commonly thought, our biological clocks don’t just govern sleep and waking hours - they also impact feeding behavior, hormone release, mood and even brain functionality.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jet Lag Is Directly Linked to Our Biological Clocks</h3><p class='facts-content'>The feeling of exhaustion or disorientation when crossing several time zones, known as jet lag, occurs due to a disruption in our biological clock, highlighting its connection to our perceived sense of time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Biological Clocks have Long-Term Memory</h3><p class='facts-content'>Our biological clocks remember patterns of light exposure and adjust over the seasons. It's why we instinctively wake up when the sun rises and get sleepy when it sets.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Artificial Light Can Disrupt Our Biological Clocks</h3><p class='facts-content'>The use of artificial light, especially at night has proven to disrupt our biological clocks. This could lead to health problems such as obesity, depression, sleep disorders and diabetes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shift Workers Are Particularly Affected</h3><p class='facts-content'>People working in shifts often suffer health issues due to the misalignment of their internal clock and their work schedule. This underscores the importance of aligning work schedules with natural day-night cycles for better health and productivity.</p></div></div>
Biological Clock Day is celebrated on April 28th every year. In 2024, Biological Clock Day will occur on a Sunday.
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