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Episode 515

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/515russellfoster

Russell Foster is an Oxford Neuroscientist that's been elected to the Royal Society.

You're not going to want to miss this conversation - you'll learn exactly what you need to do to sync your body clock and optimize your sleep.

In this episode, we discuss:

Melatonin isn't the "sleep hormone"
Blue light exposure increases alertness
Morning light helps set the body clock
Use a LUX meter to measure light
Supplement with Vitamin D in the winter
Sleep your way to better cognition
Light boxes are an effective biohack
The negative effects of sleep-wake disruption
The misalignment between wakefulness and sleep pressure
The effect of working the night shift on your body & relationships
What determines your chronotype?
How much sleep do you actually need?
Parents, start prioritizing sleep and embracing naps
The impact of caffeine on your brain
Sleep is a socioeconomic issue
Practical tips to enhance your sleep environment
The problem with sleep apps
Hot sleepers can cool their side of the bed
Understanding sleep apnea
Sleeping in separate rooms could save your marriage
Define your sleep space with a scent
Is it a sleep problem or an anxiety issue?
Does light behind the knee shift the biological clock?
Debunking the myth: 1 hour of early sleep counts for 2 hours of sleep after midnight
When should you exercise for maximum calorie burn?
Eating calories earlier in the day is better for glucose metabolism
Fatigue is a marker of an underlying health issue
Sleep is the most important cognitive enhancer

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