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circadian

[sur-key-dee-uhn] / sɜrˈkeɪ di ən /


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It helps control the body's sleep and wake cycle, also known as the circadian rhythm.

From Science Daily Aug. 29, 2026

In a world where influencers warn of spiked cortisol levels and disrupted circadian rhythms, plenty of consumers are turning to prebiotic sodas, sugar-free beverages, and refreshers as substitutes.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

Instead, the group representing sleep doctors favors permanent standard time, saying it aligns best with a human’s circadian rhythm, meaning your body’s natural clock.

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

Stanford professor Jamie Zeitzer, a physiologist who studies circadian cycles and how humans respond to light, supports ending the twice-a-year time changes.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

Heart muscles and circadian rhythms were interesting things to know about, but they were not the most important things, as far as we astronauts were concerned.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins




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