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The Importance of Light Exposure for Sleep and Health
11:12 - 15:45 (04:32)
This episode discusses a study in which participants were asked to maximize their exposure to outdoor light in the morning, limit their exposure to light in the evening, and go to bed 2 to 3 hours earlier than their habitual bedtime. The study found that these practices had a positive impact on sleep and overall health.
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Researchers tested the effects of maximizing morning light exposure and limiting evening light exposure to improve sleep.
11:12 - 15:45 (04:32)
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Summary
Researchers tested the effects of maximizing morning light exposure and limiting evening light exposure to improve sleep. Participants were asked to go to bed 2-3 hours before their usual bedtime and wake up 2-3 hours earlier, as well as limit artificial light exposure in the evenings, resulting in improved sleep and reduced symptoms of depression.