Light exposure, especially during the evening and middle of the night, can delay the body's perception of morning light, making it harder to wake up early in the morning. Turning on lights before waking up can help increase total sleep time and shift forward sleepiness.
Glucose disposal agents like metformin and berberine can lead to significant drops in blood glucose levels, making it important to be cautious when experimenting with them and not to clear out glucose that's already low.
The nervous system plays a significant role in one's emotional state, making it difficult to simply talk oneself out of it. The understanding of the nervous system and tools available for intervention can greatly help in managing emotions like depression.
Deliberate cold exposure can increase the baseline levels of dopamine and other catecholamines, according to data published in European Journal of Physiology. Exposure to warmer water around 60 degrees Fahrenheit, up to the neck, for 45 to 60 minutes is also supported by the literature to increase dopamine levels for long periods of time.
Two individuals discuss unhealthy weight loss methods, including taking Xanax, Ambien, and drinking whiskey.