The 8sleep PodCover and Basecamp offer products that can help improve your sleep quality through temperature adjustments and organizational tools respectively.
A 10-minute power nap has been shown to reduce sleepiness, improve mental ability, and enhance memory consolidation, making it more effective than a 20-minute nap. This type of nap is considered a partial cycle nap, where an individual enters into sleep without reaching N3 or REM sleep stages.
The benefits of discovering one's passion are extolled, but a recent study out of Harvard shows that less than six hours of sleep nightly is linked to poorer physical, cognitive and mood outcomes, as well as an increased risk of developing calcification of the coronary artery, which can be a detriment to the heart.
Lack of deep sleep could hinder the release of human growth hormone and testosterone, resulting in poor growth and low immunity. Adequate sleep helps in the production of hormones for growth and development.
Adjusting to the right type of light exposure at the right time of day is crucial to maintaining a healthy sleep schedule, avoiding jet lag, and preventing disruptions to our circadian clocks. While we require a lot of photon energy early in the day, it takes very little photon energy after 8 p.m. to reset and shift our circadian clocks.
The speaker recounts his terrible experience with a sleep test and expresses his frustration with the process of obtaining a CPAP machine.
Dr. Peter Attia discusses the quality of sleep and how harder sleep drugs like Ambien can shorten sleep latency but not improve quality of sleep. He also mentions the challenges athletes face in achieving deep slow wave sleep, even with naps.
Dr. Jen Gunter debunks the idea of perfect sleep and offers tips for those suffering from sleep deprivation or anxiety.
The human body needs to go through cycles of light, REM, and deep sleep multiple times a night in order to recalibrate. It is important to study sleep and understand how much of each type of sleep is needed.
The seven hours spent in bed are divided into time spent awake, in light sleep, slow-wave sleep or REM sleep, and the difference can significantly affect performance and mood. Wearing blue light blocking glasses can help boost REM and slow-wave sleep according to WHOOP.
A podcast discusses concerns about falling asleep during the day, especially while driving and standing, and the importance of staying alert.
The act of expressing gratitude and eliminating electronic distractions before bedtime can help to lower stress levels, gain perspective, and achieve restful sleep. It is important to be mindful and intentional about the practices that support a good night's rest.
Learn how to improve your sleep with natural remedies such as lavender drops and reducing stress and toxins in your environment.
The Sleep Doctor, Dr. Michael Breus, is being called out for making exaggerated claims about the relationship between sleep and cancer in his book, The Power of When.
Get a more restful night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed with Beam Dream Powder's Sea Salt Caramel flavor. Use the special discount available for listeners to enjoy this decadent flavor while improving your overall health and well-being.
The speaker shares a personal anecdote about avoiding being hit by their sleeping partner by changing their sleep position, advises against sleeping on one's back, and suggests finding a comfortable position to avoid waking up with aches and pains.
The speakers discuss their sleep patterns with one mentioning that they can sleep for eight hours and still be tired while the other mentions that they sleep less than seven hours a week.
The speaker discusses a conversation about sleep disturbances and hallucinations with a friend, sharing their own experience of seeing purple and green colors for 15 seconds.
The Lights Out podcast episode concludes by promoting the Planet Sleep episode on Rocky Mountain National Park, and encourages listeners to de-stress by listening to it.
In this podcast, the host discusses the crucial role of sleep in our lives, including its impact on physical and mental health, and provides tips and strategies to improve sleep quality.
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In this podcast, experts discuss the crucial role of sleep for both productivity and mental wellbeing. They offer tips and advice for how to improve sleep habits and prioritize rest.