This podcast episode explores the significance of circadian rhythm and its impact on our sleep-wake cycle. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balanced sleep schedule and provides strategies for optimizing our circadian clock, including exposure to sunlight, understanding our temperature minimum, and avoiding artificial light at night. The episode also discusses the effects of jet lag, shift work, and different life stages on our circadian rhythm, as well as the role of melatonin and various supplements in improving sleep quality. Overall, it highlights the importance of understanding the mechanisms of sleep and wakefulness and offers practical tools for optimizing our sleep-wake cycles.
