Chapter

The Impact of Light Pollution on Sleep
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01:38 - 04:10 (02:31)

Light pollution can disrupt sleep and affect our overall health. Making changes such as using dimmer switches or covering electronics can help improve sleep quality.

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Light pollution, such as streetlights or alarms, can negatively impact sleep by disrupting the natural secretion of hormones in the body.
01:38 - 02:46 (01:08)
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Sleep
Summary

Light pollution, such as streetlights or alarms, can negatively impact sleep by disrupting the natural secretion of hormones in the body. Ensuring a pitch-black sleeping environment can help mitigate these effects.

Chapter
The Impact of Light Pollution on Sleep
Episode
696 Sleep Smartly with Shawn Stevenson
Podcast
The School of Greatness
A new study from Appalachian State University reveals that exercising early in the morning increases deep anabolic sleep by up to 75%, due to the initial morning activity encouraging a normal cortisol spike.
02:46 - 03:49 (01:03)
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Restorative Sleep
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A new study from Appalachian State University reveals that exercising early in the morning increases deep anabolic sleep by up to 75%, due to the initial morning activity encouraging a normal cortisol spike. This suggests that a morning workout can lead to restorative sleep, and that there's a difference between going to sleep and passing out.

Chapter
The Impact of Light Pollution on Sleep
Episode
696 Sleep Smartly with Shawn Stevenson
Podcast
The School of Greatness
In this conversation, the speakers discuss different ways to incorporate physical activity into daily routines, whether that means a quick morning workout or a more intense hour-long session.
03:49 - 04:10 (00:20)
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Exercise
Summary

In this conversation, the speakers discuss different ways to incorporate physical activity into daily routines, whether that means a quick morning workout or a more intense hour-long session.

Chapter
The Impact of Light Pollution on Sleep
Episode
696 Sleep Smartly with Shawn Stevenson
Podcast
The School of Greatness