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The Disruptive Nature of Bright Light on Memory, Immune System, and Mood
1:31:51 - 1:36:50 (04:58)
Viewing bright light or even not so bright light between the hours of 10 p. m. and 4 a. m. can disrupt learning and memory, immune system, and mood in long-lasting ways, as discovered by David Burson's lab at Brown University and Samir Tahr's laboratory at the National Institutes of Mental Health. However, getting some afternoon sunlight can prevent some of the disruption caused by bright light in the evening.
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Napping for 10-20 minutes can be beneficial for those who don't have trouble falling asleep at night, while shifting morning caffeine intake and exposing oneself to light in the afternoon can help with energy levels throughout the day.
1:31:51 - 1:34:19 (02:27)
Summary
Napping for 10-20 minutes can be beneficial for those who don't have trouble falling asleep at night, while shifting morning caffeine intake and exposing oneself to light in the afternoon can help with energy levels throughout the day.
ChapterThe Disruptive Nature of Bright Light on Memory, Immune System, and Mood
EpisodeMaximizing Productivity, Physical & Mental Health with Daily Tools
PodcastHuberman Lab
Viewing bright light, particularly between the hours of 11 p.m. and 4 a.m., can have negative effects on sleep, dopamine production, learning and memory, the immune system, and mood according to research from Brown University and the National Institutes of Mental Health.
1:34:19 - 1:34:55 (00:35)
Summary
Viewing bright light, particularly between the hours of 11 p.m. and 4 a.m., can have negative effects on sleep, dopamine production, learning and memory, the immune system, and mood according to research from Brown University and the National Institutes of Mental Health.
ChapterThe Disruptive Nature of Bright Light on Memory, Immune System, and Mood
EpisodeMaximizing Productivity, Physical & Mental Health with Daily Tools
PodcastHuberman Lab
Getting some sunlight in your eyes in the afternoon hours can help prevent the disruption of bright light later in the evening and maintain your melatonin rhythm, according to a study published in Scientific Reports.
1:34:56 - 1:36:50 (01:53)
Summary
Getting some sunlight in your eyes in the afternoon hours can help prevent the disruption of bright light later in the evening and maintain your melatonin rhythm, according to a study published in Scientific Reports.