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#088 The Science of Optimizing Sleep - Special Preview

Mar 26, 2024
Learn how exercise timing can enhance deep sleep, the effects of saunas on sleep hormones, the impact of learning and meditation on deep sleep, and how scented oils like lavender can affect sleep. Also, explore the connection between carbs before bed and melatonin production, and why carb-heavy meals induce sleepiness.
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  • Exercise timing affects deep sleep by promoting slow-wave sleep through ATP release and sleep-regulating cytokines.
  • Learning, meditation, and low-carb diets can boost deep sleep by increasing spindles, slow wave activity, and insulin-tryptophan-melatonin connection.

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Importance of Aliquats

Aliquats are exclusive curated episodes for members focusing on the finest concepts in a single area, providing in-depth explorations of comprehensive archives. These selections cover various topics like the science of sleep, supplements for exercise adaptations, and the minimum effective dose for muscle hypertrophy.

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