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Published Jan 28, 2025

Ep 163 Circadian Rhythm: Live from Perth, Australia

Explore the intricate world of circadian rhythms with Erin Updyke and Erin Welsh as they delve into the health impacts of shift work, the historical evolution of these biological cycles, and innovative strategies to mitigate disruptions, featuring expert insights from Ian Dunican on balancing modern challenges.

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- 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"?
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- How can I minimize jet lag when traveling west?
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- I want to know more detailed strategies for alleviating jet lag
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- How does light affect circadian rhythms?
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- If I wake up at 8:30 AM and understand that my temperature minimum was at 6:30 AM, how does this help me understand my circadian rhythm? Consider two scenarios: one where I see immediate bright light upon waking and another where I wait 2-3 hours and hit the gym around 12 PM.
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- How does sunlight affect circadian rhythms?
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- If I wake up at 8:30 AM and understand that my temperature minimum was at 6:30 AM, how does this help me understand my circadian rhythm? For example, consider two scenarios: one where I see immediate bright light upon waking and another where I wait 2-3 hours and hit the gym around 12 PM.
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- Explain how morning sunlight affects circadian rhythm in more detail
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- What are circadian rhythms?
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- Tell me more about sleep patterns
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- How does temperature minimum affect circadian rhythms?
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- What is the circadian rhythm?
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- Can you tell me more about the circadian rhythm?
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- What would Huberman and his guest Matthew Walker say about the importance of maintaining consistent sleep patterns versus sleeping as long as needed if bedtime gets later or sleep is interrupted in the episode Dr. Matt Walker: The Science of Dreams, Nightmares & Lucid Dreaming | Huberman Lab Guest Series and the clip Sleep Regularity Tips?
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- How do circadian rhythms work?
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