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The Science Behind Foods that Help You Sleep
2:10:09 - 2:21:17 (11:07)
The podcast discusses the scientific mechanisms and studies behind how certain foods help improve sleep, specifically focusing on the role of the GABA system in the brain and the sleep benefits of tart cherries and kiwi fruit. The episode also explores the potential negative effects of artificially manipulating neurotransmitters like serotonin to improve sleep.
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Kiwi fruit may potentially have sleep benefits, according to a single published human study.
2:10:09 - 2:12:54 (02:44)
Summary
Kiwi fruit may potentially have sleep benefits, according to a single published human study. However, other non-drug approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia are recommended for long-term solutions.
ChapterThe Science Behind Foods that Help You Sleep
EpisodeDr. Matthew Walker: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep
PodcastHuberman Lab
Researchers have discovered a potential mechanism in the GABA system that explains why foods such as tart cherries, kiwi fruit, and melatonin can aid in sleep.
2:12:54 - 2:17:10 (04:16)
Summary
Researchers have discovered a potential mechanism in the GABA system that explains why foods such as tart cherries, kiwi fruit, and melatonin can aid in sleep. By manipulating the GABA receptor, part of the kiwi fruit benefit on sleep in animal studies was mediated by the brain's natural inhibitory neurotransmitter system called the GABA system.
ChapterThe Science Behind Foods that Help You Sleep
EpisodeDr. Matthew Walker: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep
PodcastHuberman Lab
The three neuromodulators, dopamine, serotonin, and acetylcholine, have a reciprocal dance that generates a natural architecture of sleep throughout the night.
2:17:10 - 2:19:55 (02:45)
Summary
The three neuromodulators, dopamine, serotonin, and acetylcholine, have a reciprocal dance that generates a natural architecture of sleep throughout the night. Disrupting their balance can negatively impact the stages of sleep.
ChapterThe Science Behind Foods that Help You Sleep
EpisodeDr. Matthew Walker: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep
PodcastHuberman Lab
In this episode, the host and guest discuss the benefits of napping and the data surrounding it.
2:19:55 - 2:21:17 (01:21)
Summary
In this episode, the host and guest discuss the benefits of napping and the data surrounding it. The guest shares their personal experience with napping, while the host has never been a habitual napper due to not feeling sleepy in the afternoon.