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Tips for Improving Deep Sleep
In this episode, the host discusses the use of sleep trackers and how they estimate whether one is in slow wave sleep or rapid eye movement sleep. He also provides three tips to improve deep sleep, which include avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and cannabis.
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In this episode of the Huberman Lab Podcast, the host explains the significance of slow wave deep sleep and its impact on our sleep cycles.
01:34 - 05:26 (03:51)
Summary
In this episode of the Huberman Lab Podcast, the host explains the significance of slow wave deep sleep and its impact on our sleep cycles.
ChapterTips for Improving Deep Sleep
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The accuracy of sleep trackers, regardless of the brand or method, is limited as they use heart rate and movement to predict sleep stages.
05:26 - 06:56 (01:30)
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The accuracy of sleep trackers, regardless of the brand or method, is limited as they use heart rate and movement to predict sleep stages. People should not obsess over achieving an exact percentage of each stage of sleep, as this may cause unnecessary stress.
ChapterTips for Improving Deep Sleep
EpisodeAMA #2: Improve Sleep, Reduce Sugar Cravings, Optimal Protein Intake, Stretching Frequency & More
PodcastHuberman Lab
Summary
This podcast episode shares tips for better sleep. One such tip is to avoid caffeine, alcohol, and cannabis (THC and CBD) in the eight to 12 hours before sleep to increase the total amount of slow wave sleep and overall sleep architecture.