Five Fascinating Aspects of Your Circadian Rhythm You Might Not Know About

Our biological clock, also known as the circadian rhythm, mystifies many. It controls everything from our sleep-wake cycles, hormone secretion, eating habits and digestion to body temperature. This internal embellishment roots deeply in evolved biology and affects practically every physiological process that our bodies undergo. Despite its relevancy in everyday life, there are many fascinating aspects of the circadian rhythm that remain relatively unknown, even in the world of scientific research.

The first slide delves into the intriguing concept of "chronotypes." Chronotypes refer to two variants of individuals — early risers, also nicknamed "larks" and late sleepers, often called "owls".