Huberman Lab
How to Defeat Jet Lag, Shift Work & Sleeplessness
Jan 25, 2021
Learn how to outsmart jet lag with the innovative concept of your 'temperature minimum.' Discover the impact of light exposure on circadian rhythms and how it helps reset sleep cycles. Find effective strategies for managing sleep across all ages, and explore Non-Sleep Deep Rest techniques for overcoming sleep anxiety. Delve into the biological mechanisms at play, unveiling tips for better wakefulness and relaxation. Plus, hear unique insights on the correlation between stress and hair color!
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- Understanding and utilizing our temperature minimum and maximum can effectively shift our internal clock to combat jet lag and adjust to new time zones.
- By aligning our light exposure with our temperature minimum, we can effectively shift our body's internal clock to adapt to new time zones.
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Understanding the Importance of Shifting Circadian Rhythms
Shifting our circadian rhythms is crucial for combatting jet lag and adjusting to new time zones. By understanding our temperature minimum and maximum points, we can effectively shift our internal clock. Exposing our eyes to bright light in the four hours after the temperature minimum advances the clock, making us wake up and go to sleep earlier. On the other hand, viewing light in the four hours before the temperature minimum delays the clock, making us wake up and go to sleep later. Additionally, factors like exercise and meal timing can also help shift our circadian rhythms.
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