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Your Brain On... Sunlight

Your Brain On

CHAPTER

The Impact of Sunlight on Circadian Rhythms and Health

This chapter delves into the role of sunlight in regulating our sleep-wake cycles through interactions with the biological clock in the hypothalamus, emphasizing the importance of morning light for resetting our internal clock. It discusses the significance of light exposure on circadian rhythms, detailing its effects on biological processes, habits, and mental health. Additionally, it explores the link between light exposure, circadian rhythm disruption, and conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer's disease, and depression, with a focus on the importance of light therapy in counteracting limited sunlight exposure.

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