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Sleep is one of our most basic human needs, and we’re constantly learning more about how it impacts human health. We’re also learning more about ways to improve it.
Light exposure is a big one. From how often and when we experience natural sunlight to the screens and other forms of artificial li ... Show More
Nov 19
The Silent Household Toxins Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones, Brain, and Energy with Dr. Yvonne Burkhart (Rebroadcast)
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Unseen toxins lurk in everyday household products, increasing the risk of cancer and chronic disease. They can contaminate the air we breathe and the water we use, and they’re more common than most p ... Show More
1h 59m
Nov 17
Why You Need to Start Exercising to Grow Your Brain, Stave Off Alzheimer's, and Protect Your Heart
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Exercise is beneficial for your body, but it may be even more crucial for your brain. Today’s guest breaks down how movement fuels brain cell growth, protects against cognitive decline, and helps counte ... Show More
24m 35s
Nov 12
What You Need to Know About Lead and Other Heavy Metals In Your Protein Powder
This episode is brought to you by Birch Living, Our Place, Pique Life, and Fatty15. If you’ve been following this podcast, you know we’ve had several experts emphasize the importance of adequate protein intake, and sometimes that comes in the form of protein powder. But if you’ve ... Show More
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May 2016
Sleep, Light, Alarms, Caffeine, Night Shifts, Naps, Sleeping Positions & More With Shawn Stevenson.
<p>Sleep can be super confusing. I get lots of questions about it and have my own too...for example: <em>Are there healthy substitutes for sunlight?</em> <em>What does it exactly mean to be a fast vs. a slow caffeine metabolizer?</em> <em>What's the ideal nap length?</em> <em>How ... Show More
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Feb 2024
2473: How To Get Better Sleep by Eric Leija on Circadian Rhythms & Natural Light Exposure
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Episode 2473:
Eric Leija's article on achieving better sleep delves into the importance of sleep for overall health, including ment ... Show More
10m 38s
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Timing Your Light, Food, & Exercise for Optimal Sleep, Energy & Mood | Dr. Samer Hattar
In this episode, I host Dr. Samer Hattar, Ph.D., Chief of the Section on Light and Circadian Rhythms at the National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Hattar is a world-renowned expert on how viewing light at particular times adjusts our mood, ability to learn, stress and hormone l ... Show More
2h 12m
Dec 2023
TMHS 746: How Time Controls Your Brain, Body, & Health - With Dr. Amy Shah
For hundreds of years, humans naturally fasted during the nighttime hours. Our bodies function in accordance with the circadian rhythm in every way, including our hormones, digestion, neurotransmitters, and so much more. But in our modern society, we have access to food, light, a ... Show More
1h 21m
Feb 2024
How Separate Beds Can Boost Your Relationship, The Truth About Sleep Supplements & Naps, Reducing Night Time Peeing & The New Science Of The Body Clock with Professor Russell Foster #424
Prepare to learn everything you wanted to know about sleep (but were too tired to ask). For today’s episode I’m welcoming back Professor Russell Foster, one of the world’s foremost experts on circadian rhythms and sleep. Russell is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience at the Unive ... Show More
2h 11m
Apr 2024
GUEST SERIES | Dr. Matt Walker: Protocols to Improve Your Sleep
This is episode 2 of a 6-part special series on sleep with Dr. Matthew Walker, Ph.D., a professor of neuroscience and psychology and founder of the Center for Human Sleep Science at the University of California, Berkeley.
We discuss basic and advanced tools for improving sleep an ... Show More
2h 42m
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The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep | Dr. Matt Walker
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Matt Walker, Ph.D., Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology and the Founder & Director of the Center for Human Sleep Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He is also the author of the international best-selling book Why We Sleep and ... Show More
3h 3m