

How Getting Bad Sleep Is Affecting Your Health [MASTERCLASS] EP 1339
85 snips Oct 28, 2022
Dr. Peter Attia, a physician and podcaster, shares insights on how diet and exercise can improve sleep. Andrew Huberman, a Stanford neurobiology professor, discusses the morning habits that set the stage for restorative sleep. Dr. Matthew Walker, a neuroscience expert, reveals the genetic impacts of sleep deprivation and stresses the need for a cultural shift to value sleep more. Together, they provide compelling evidence linking good sleep to improved health and well-being, along with practical tips to optimize your nightly rest.
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Sleep's Importance
- Sleep is the most impactful way to improve your physical and mental health.
- It outweighs diet and exercise in overall importance.
Optimal Sleep Duration
- Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep nightly as an adult.
- Anything less than 7 hours shows measurable impairments, and less than 6 is detrimental.
Sleep Deprivation Effects
- Less than 6 hours of sleep nightly negatively impacts various health metrics like cognition and mood.
- A study showed that even one week of sleep deprivation altered 711 genes, impacting the immune system and increasing risks like tumors and heart disease.