Friday, April 27, 2012

Intense light prevents, treats heart attacks



Interesting story – is it possible to prevent a heart attack with sunlight?  This study out of University of Colorado suggests that the circadian rhythm, or the bodies clock, is linked with dark and light.  According to the article, “The study showed that the Period 2 protein is vital for that change in fuel…therefore could make heart metabolism more efficient …strong daylight activated Period 2 in animals and minimized damage from a heart attack.” Cool!

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