Is our biological clock ticking correctly?

Our body is controlled by a complex system of internal clocks that determine our healthy rhythm of life. They regulate our physical and emotional state, mood and productivity. But modern civilization, with its artificial lighting, rhythm of work and social life, often disrupts this rhythm, which can lead to diseases and neuroses.

It turns out that our biological day lasts not 24, but all 25 hours. If you place a person in a bunker and isolate him from light and the environment, he will live in a stable 25-hour rhythm. It turns out that the bunker extends our day. The internal clock predetermines human life and its needs by minutes, days, years. They monitor the production of hormones and the biocurrents of the brain; they control body temperature, visual acuity, and blood pressure. These internal clocks are two nerve nuclei in the brain about the size of a pinhead.

Remember the saying: “He who gets up early, God gives to him”? It is she who tells us that if we live by our internal clock, then health and success in life are predictable. It has been noticed that “larks”, whose biorhythms are closer to nature, are more cheerful and more satisfied with life than “owls”. It is natural for humans to wake up at dawn, communicate with nature during daylight hours, and go to bed at nightfall.

However, modern lifestyles often make it difficult to follow this biological clock. Iron and concrete have been surrounding us for a long time; artificial light, especially in winter, prolongs our day; in the morning we often get up by the alarm clock, without waiting for natural awakening. All these factors primarily affect our health, causing neuroses, depression, diseases of the cardiovascular and digestive systems.

How can you help your internal clock and improve your health and productivity? Fortunately, scientists have found that if you follow certain rules, you can maintain your health and, without harming yourself, be a successful worker.

Our physical dependence on the changing seasons has been known since time immemorial. Today we are not only returning ancient knowledge, but also discovering new things in our life biorhythms. Note that your body will function better if you follow the natural cycle of light and dark. Adjust your sleep and wakefulness patterns according to light and darkness: try to go to bed within 2-3 hours after sunset and wake up at dawn. If you are used to going to bed late, then gradually move your bedtime to the early evening.

It's also important to monitor your sleep quality: create a comfortable bedroom environment, avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed, avoid using electronic devices before bed, and try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. This will help the body maintain a more stable rhythm of sleep and wakefulness.

You can also use some techniques to help your body adapt to changes in your sleep and wake patterns. For example, morning exercises or yoga help awaken the body and prepare it for daytime activity. It is also beneficial to spend time outdoors and get enough natural light, especially in the morning.

In general, in order for our biological clock to tick correctly, we need to listen to our feelings and take into account the natural rhythm of life. If you follow these simple rules, you can achieve a healthier, more productive lifestyle.