The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

Sleep Need & Sleep Age: Find Out Yours – Dan Gartenberg : 583

Apr 11, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Dan Gartenberg, co-founder and CEO of Sonic Sleep, shares his expertise in sleep science and technology. He explains how accurately measuring sleep stages can enhance deep sleep with real-time interventions. Listeners learn about the concept of sleep age and effective sleep hacks. Gartenberg explores the interplay of sound, light, and temperature on sleep quality, along with the innovative advancements in sleep technology and wearable devices that promise a better night’s rest.
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INSIGHT

Sleep Quantity vs. Quality

  • Both sleep quantity and quality matter.
  • It's complicated because sleep needs vary between and within individuals.
ANECDOTE

Dave's Sleep

  • Dave Asprey got 1 hour of REM and 42 minutes of deep sleep in 3.5 hours.
  • Dan Gartenberg says this is a healthy amount, even exceeding typical deep sleep for his age group.
INSIGHT

Personalized Sleep

  • Sleep is personalized, so generic advice can be unhelpful.
  • Wearable tech and algorithms can help, opening up personalized solutions.
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