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#883 - Dr Matthew Walker - The Science Of Perfect Sleep

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Sleep Supplements and Cannabinoids: A Complex Relationship

This chapter investigates the impact of THC and CBD on sleep quality, emphasizing the nuances of their usage and effects. It covers the benefits and risks associated with sleep supplements like melatonin, including concerns over overdoses, especially in children, and the lack of regulation of these products. The chapter concludes by exploring how CBD can serve as a potential sleep aid, noting its dose-dependent effects and its mechanisms related to anxiety and body temperature regulation.

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