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The Mel Robbins Podcast
Dr. Gina Poe: How to Get Better Sleep and Boost Your Learning, Memory and Energy
Nov 2, 2023
Neuroscientist and sleep expert Dr. Gina Poe shares insights on sleep cycles, REM sleep, circadian rhythms, and the functions of our brain during sleep. Learn about the importance of sleep for memory, neuroplasticity, and overall brain health. Get 5 research-backed recommendations to improve your sleep and discover the connection between sleep and brain function.
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- Optimal sleep involves following a consistent sleep schedule, getting exposure to bright light in the morning, engaging in regular exercise, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, and avoiding excessive caffeine intake.
- Disturbing the order or missing any stage of sleep can disrupt the sleep process and hinder its benefits.
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Importance of Sleep for Health and Well-being
Sleep plays a crucial role in various aspects of our health, including immune function, cognition, emotional well-being, and growth and repair. It is a time when the brain undergoes significant changes and neurotransmitters shift, signaling the transition from wakefulness to sleep. Sleep is essential for memory consolidation, neuroplasticity, and creativity. It allows our brains to clean and repair themselves, removing waste and restoring essential processes. Optimal sleep involves following a consistent sleep schedule, getting exposure to bright light in the morning, engaging in regular exercise, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, and avoiding excessive caffeine intake.
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