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#101 - The Sleep Prescription To Better Immunity with Dr. Aric Prather

The Matt Walker Podcast

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The Sleep-Immunity Connection

This chapter explores a groundbreaking study examining how sleep quality impacts immunity, particularly regarding susceptibility to colds. It details an experiment where healthy volunteers' sleep patterns were monitored before exposure to a rhinovirus, revealing significant correlations between sleep deprivation and increased cold risk. The discussion also highlights the effects of inadequate sleep on vaccine effectiveness, reinforcing the importance of sufficient rest for a robust immune response.

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