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The Importance of Sleep for Surgical Professionals
A surgical professional discusses the importance of sleep for maintaining energy and productivity in a high-stress career. Sleep hygiene tips such as avoiding eating before bed and avoiding screens before sleeping are also mentioned.
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The podcast discusses the three factors that led to pre-diabetes in the speaker, including sleep disturbance due to work-related stress and lack of sleep.
23:23 - 24:21 (00:57)
Summary
The podcast discusses the three factors that led to pre-diabetes in the speaker, including sleep disturbance due to work-related stress and lack of sleep.
ChapterThe Importance of Sleep for Surgical Professionals
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Lack of sleep can greatly impact glucose disposal and can reduce glucose tolerance tests by 50%.
24:22 - 26:13 (01:50)
Summary
Lack of sleep can greatly impact glucose disposal and can reduce glucose tolerance tests by 50%. Certain jobs that require working night shifts can be an occupational hazard for obtaining proper sleep.
ChapterThe Importance of Sleep for Surgical Professionals
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The type of food you eat before bed can impact your sleep quality and energy levels the next day.
26:13 - 28:43 (02:29)
Summary
The type of food you eat before bed can impact your sleep quality and energy levels the next day. Foods with simple carbohydrates or high glycemic loads can cause a glycemic roller coaster, while too much protein can negatively impact the thermogenic effect of food.