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Doctor Shares SECRETS to The Perfect Beauty Sleep (Dr. Roger Seheult)

Jun 12, 2024
Dr. Roger Seheult, a sleep specialist, discusses the importance of quality rest, ideal sleep duration, circadian rhythms, and tips for improving sleep habits. Topics include the impact of different sleep phases on beauty, changes in biological clock with age, and optimizing sleep quality through lighting and exercise.
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ANECDOTE

Disneyland Night Cleaning Analogy

  • Sleep is like Disneyland at night with cleaning, restocking, and repairs to be ready for the day.
  • Our body repairs and regenerates during sleep to prepare for daily activities.
INSIGHT

Two Sleep Processes Explained

  • Sleep is regulated by homeostatic drive and circadian rhythm working together.
  • Mismatch between these causes sleep problems like insomnia or excessive sleepiness.
INSIGHT

Light's Impact on Circadian Rhythm

  • Circadian rhythm is governed by light input affecting the brain's suprachiasmatic nucleus.
  • Evening light exposure delays circadian timing, disrupting sleep onset and wake time.
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