Unlock the Power of Sleep: 3 BRAIN HACKS to Transform Your Neurological System

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Dec 15, 2023

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In this engaging discussion, neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, genetics expert David Sinclair, and sleep researcher Dr. Matthew Walker unpack the immense power of sleep. They explore how inadequate rest hampers brain function and mental health, while offering brain hacks to optimize sleep quality. Listeners learn about the genetic implications of sleep and its crucial role in longevity. The guests share practical tips for improving sleep environments and emphasize why investing in sleep is essential for overall well-being and cognitive prowess.

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ADVICE

Light Exposure for Sleep

Get bright light, ideally sunlight, in your eyes each morning for 10-30 minutes.
Avoid bright light, especially overhead light, in the evening to promote melatonin production.

ADVICE

Sleep Environment

Keep your bedroom cool, around 65-67 degrees Fahrenheit, for optimal sleep.
Elevate your feet slightly to enhance glymphatic clearance of brain debris.

INSIGHT

Napping and Sleep Variation

Naps of 90 minutes or less are generally beneficial and don't disrupt nighttime sleep.
Andrew Huberman shared that he can fall asleep anytime, anywhere, highlighting individual sleep variations.

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Sleep is powerful. You’ve probably heard this statement a thousand times. It’s all over the books, media, podcasts, videos, everywhere. But many of us still lack a deep understanding of its power and how to use it for our benefit. In today’s episode, 3 guests dive deeper into understanding the amazing human mind and how sleep is critical to operating at 100% mental capacity. We talk about how to unlock its power — particularly during really hectic seasons of life.

Andrew Huberman is a neuroscientist at Stanford University. He also runs the Huberman Lab, which studies how the brain functions, how it changes through experiences, and how to repair the brain after injury or disease.

David Sinclair is a tenured Professor in the Department of Genetics at the Paul F. Glenn Center for Biology of Aging Research at Harvard Medical School and serves as President of the Academy for Health and Lifespan Research. He is best known for his work on understanding why we age and how to slow its effects.

Dr. Matthew Walker earned his degree in neuroscience from Nottingham University, UK, and his Ph.D. in neurophysiology from the Medical Research Council in London. Dr. Walker researches the impact of sleep on human health and disease, and he’s written the international bestseller, Why We Sleep, unlocking the power of sleep and dreams.

In this episode you will learn

How inadequate sleep impacts brain function and overall mental health.
The ideal amount of sleep necessary for optimal health and well-being.
The effects of a poor diet on sleep quality, even when you're getting sufficient sleep, compared to the impact of a good diet on nights of poor sleep.
Ways to influence and potentially control the nature of your dreams.
Techniques to train your brain for more frequent lucid dreaming experiences.

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David Sinclair – https://link.chtbl.com/1004-guest

Matthew Walker – https://link.chtbl.com/1476-pod

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