The Dr. Hyman Show

Why Rhythm Is The Key to Health with Dr. Todd LePine

Apr 26, 2021
Dr. Todd LePine, a board-certified internist specializing in integrative functional medicine, joins to discuss the crucial role of our body’s natural rhythms. They explore how modern life can disrupt these cycles, leading to health issues like poor sleep and mood disturbances. Dr. LePine shares insights on the benefits of sunlight exposure, meal timing, and aligning daily habits with circadian rhythms for optimal well-being. The conversation also addresses the negative impacts of artificial light and the power of timing in health interventions.
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INSIGHT

The Body's Rhythm

  • Our bodies operate on internal clocks, influenced by clock genes, requiring synchronization like an orchestra.
  • Disrupting these rhythms, like with shift work or jet lag, negatively impacts health, highlighting the importance of rhythm.
ADVICE

Resetting Your Rhythm

  • Prioritize sunlight exposure, especially within 30 minutes of waking, to synchronize your body clocks.
  • Time your meals consistently and frontload calories, eating like a king for breakfast, a queen for lunch, and a pauper for dinner.
ANECDOTE

Times Square Insomnia

  • Dr. LePine experienced severe sleep disruption after walking in brightly lit Times Square late at night.
  • This highlighted the potent effect of LED lights on melatonin suppression and sleep.
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