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Effects of hormone manipulation and sunlight exposure on wellbeing
42:06 - 49:19 (07:13)
Manipulations in hormones such as testosterone and estrogen can affect neurochemicals such as dopamine and serotonin, which play a role in feelings of wellbeing and motivation. Sunlight exposure can also increase hormone levels and improve feelings of wellbeing, including increased libido.
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Hormones like testosterone, estrogen, oxytocin, prolactin, and corticosterones can have a range of effects on the body and brain, including changes to growth, gene expression, and personality.
42:06 - 46:57 (04:51)
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Hormones like testosterone, estrogen, oxytocin, prolactin, and corticosterones can have a range of effects on the body and brain, including changes to growth, gene expression, and personality. While some of these effects are immediate, others can last a lifetime.
ChapterEffects of hormone manipulation and sunlight exposure on wellbeing
EpisodeOptimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
A study found that exposing oneself to at least 20-30 minutes of sunlight per day, while wearing enough clothes that they maintain decency, can increase testosterone and estrogen levels, as well as feelings of wellbeing and libido due to the activation of neural circuits controlled by dopamine and serotonin.
46:57 - 49:19 (02:22)
Summary
A study found that exposing oneself to at least 20-30 minutes of sunlight per day, while wearing enough clothes that they maintain decency, can increase testosterone and estrogen levels, as well as feelings of wellbeing and libido due to the activation of neural circuits controlled by dopamine and serotonin.