MORN2
Morn2: A Gene Associated with Morningness and Disease
Description:
Morn2, also known as the morningness-eveningness gene, plays a crucial role in regulating our circadian rhythm, the natural 24-hour cycle that dictates our sleep-wake patterns, hormone production, and other bodily functions. Variants in the Morn2 gene have been associated with differences in chronotype, a person's natural tendency to be a morning person (early riser) or an evening person (night owl).
Associated Diseases:
Recent studies have linked variations in the Morn2 gene to an increased risk of certain diseases:
- Cardiovascular disease: Morning people have a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, and hypertension.
- Neurodegenerative disorders: Eveningness has been associated with a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other neurodegenerative disorders.
- Metabolic disorders: Morning people may have better glucose metabolism and a lower risk of obesity.
- Mental health disorders: Eveningness has been linked to an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
Did you Know ?
Studies have shown that morning people tend to live longer than evening people. A large-scale study of over 40,000 individuals found that morningness was associated with a 10% reduction in all-cause mortality.
