Hormones and Light Exposure
Exposure to sunlight on the skin significantly influences hormone levels, particularly testosterone and estrogen, which in turn affects mood and behavior. Research shows that about two hours of light exposure daily can enhance these hormones, aligning our biological rhythms with the external light-dark cycle. This connection between light and hormonal changes reveals how our environment can shape our emotional and social interactions.In this clip
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How does sunlight increase testosterone and estrogen as discussed in the Huberman Lab Podcast episodes The Science of How to Optimize Testosterone & Estrogen | Huberman Lab Podcast #15 and Using Light (Sunlight, Blue Light & Red Light) to Optimize Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #68, as well as the clip Testosterone and Sunlight?
How does sunlight increase testosterone and estrogen as discussed in the episode Optimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance | Huberman Lab Podcast #80 and the clip Sunlight and Hormones?
How does sunlight increase testosterone and estrogen as discussed in the episode Using Light (Sunlight, Blue Light & Red Light) to Optimize Health | Huberman Lab Podcast #68 and the clip Testosterone and Sunlight?