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The Importance of Light Exposure for Circadian Rhythm
38:03 - 47:18 (09:15)
This episode emphasizes how light exposure can affect your brain and body and lead to better circadian rhythm by getting light exposure early in the day and viewing sunlight around sunset, which can prevent some of the negative effects of light later in the day.
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The activation of melanopsin ganglion cells by the wavelengths of light in the atmosphere, even during cloudy days, set our central clocks and establish healthy sleep-wake rhythms.
38:03 - 42:13 (04:10)
Summary
The activation of melanopsin ganglion cells by the wavelengths of light in the atmosphere, even during cloudy days, set our central clocks and establish healthy sleep-wake rhythms. Getting light exposure early in the day, particularly sunlight, for longer periods of time may facilitate falling asleep at night.
ChapterThe Importance of Light Exposure for Circadian Rhythm
EpisodeMaster Your Sleep & Be More Alert When Awake
PodcastHuberman Lab
Viewing sunlight in the early morning and late afternoon can help protect our internal biological mechanisms against the negative effects of light later in the day.
42:13 - 47:18 (05:04)
Summary
Viewing sunlight in the early morning and late afternoon can help protect our internal biological mechanisms against the negative effects of light later in the day. Additionally, getting light exposure and exercising early in the day can help individuals become early risers.