The Matt Walker Podcast

#57 - Polyphasic Sleep

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Sep 25, 2023
This podcast episode delves into the world of polyphasic sleep, exploring its historical origins and various sleep schedules. While proponents claim enhanced sleep quality and improved health, scientific evidence reveals the opposite. Polyphasic sleep often leads to disrupted sleep stages, impaired cognitive function, mood decline, and adverse health effects. The importance of traditional sleep patterns is emphasized, cautioning against attempting to hack the sleep cycle.
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