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Light and Circadian Rhythms
Early exposure to bright light is crucial for activating central circadian clocks and enhancing alertness. While morning light boosts daytime signals, the middle of the day lacks effectiveness for shifting circadian rhythms. In the evening, even minimal light can disrupt melatonin production, making it essential to manage light exposure wisely throughout the day.In this clip
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Using Science to Optimize Sleep, Learning & Metabolism | Huberman Lab Podcast #3
Related Questions
For purposes of changing your biological sleep-wake cycle and moving your wake-up time to an earlier hour, what is Andrew Huberman's suggestion for when to view sunlight in the episode "Maximizing Productivity, Physical & Mental Health with Daily Tools | Huberman Lab Podcast #28" and the clip "Morning Light Benefits"?
Does viewing sunlight in the evening (toward sunset) entrain your circadian clock as discussed in the Huberman Lab Podcast episodes Sleep Toolkit: Tools for Optimizing Sleep & Sleep-Wake Timing | Huberman Lab Podcast #84 and the clip Sunlight and Sleep?