The end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the good one of the two time changes, since we gain the opportunity for an extra hour of sleep instead of losing one. But before you set your clocks back and enjoy that extra rest, it’s important to understand how sudden changes can disrupt your daily routine. […]
If you’ve ever thought a nap might be the key to boosting your energy, we’ve got great news! Introducing Arcashift’s new Nap Planner—an innovative, circadian-driven tool that understands your body’s internal clock. How does it work? The Nap Planner takes the guesswork out of napping by analyzing your body’s internal clock and recommending the best […]
Ready for another exciting Arcashift update? Our new onboarding experience gives you instant access to the information you care about, all without needing to create an account. That’s right – no sign-ups or passwords, just an easy and seamless way to explore personalized insights. Within minutes of launching the app, you will uncover your unique […]
Remember awhile back when we published ‘Light at Night is Bad, People‘? Well, consider this the reunion tour—today, we’re diving back in to explore why nighttime light is the ultimate sleep stealer. Picture this: it’s bedtime, and you’re ready to fall fast asleep. Then, bam! You remember a work email and crack the laptop open. […]
Are you navigating long hours outside the traditional 9-5 schedule? Whether you’re a nurse, firefighter, or factory worker, you’re probably familiar with the challenges of irregular shifts. But have you heard of Shift Work Disorder (SWD)? Shift Work Disorder is, well, exactly what it sounds like. It’s a condition that disrupts your body’s natural sleep-wake […]
You’ve probably heard that activity is pretty good for your health. But when should you be active if you’re trying to shift your clock earlier or later? Arcashift’s Activity Chart has got you covered. By now, we know you’re familiar with circadian rhythms, which are those natural 24-hour cycles that regulate your body functions (including […]
Night shift friends: Ever wake up and find yourself unable to fall back asleep, even though you know you’re tired? Or find yourself unable to fall asleep in the first place, even though you’ve been awake for 20 hours? Blame it on your circadian rhythms. Yup, those internal body clocks that tell you when it’s […]
The latest update to our app, Arcashift, brings a game-changing feature that will revolutionize how you track and optimize your sleep. Dive Deeper with the Improved Sleep Chart The new and improved sleep chart is designed to give you a detailed and insightful look into how your daily activities affect your sleep patterns. Here’s how […]
We’re thrilled to announce the latest update to Arcashift, the app for shift workers. This update is packed with exciting new features designed to enhance your sleep health experience. With this update, we’ve introduced chronotypes and sleep insights and revamped our onboarding process to make it more customizable than ever. Personalized Sleep InsightsOur new chronotypes […]
For National Nurses Week, it’s crucial to spotlight these dedicated professionals who sacrifice their well-being and disrupt their routines to ensure continuous patient care. Over the years, we’ve spoken to many shift workers in the healthcare industry about their experiences working nights. Many of the insights we’ve gathered align closely with findings from our 2023 […]
