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Matching your workout time to your natural body clock leads to significantly better results without changing the workout itself Exercising at the right time nearly doubles improvements in blood pressure, while also boosting fitness, metabolism, and sleep quality Your internal rhythm controls energy, strength, and recovery, so training at the wrong time reduces efficiency and limits progress Consistent, moderate exercise delivers strong results when timing is aligned with your body clock, showing you don't need extreme workouts to see real change Workouts feel easier to maintain when they match your natural energy patterns, making consistency more automatic and sustainable
For a generation raised to admire endurance, Dr. Nicole Moyen makes the case for sleep as a daily form of biological respect. In this conversation, she and David look at why body clocks become more important with age, why sleep regularity may matter more than people think, and why the 3 a.m. wakeup has become such a familiar midlife complaint. Nicole explains the science behind core temperature, deep sleep, REM, light sleep, glucose regulation, hot flashes, sleep apnea, and cardiovascular recovery, including Eight Sleep's research on temperature regulation for peri- and postmenopausal women. The episode gives listeners a practical framework for thinking about the bedroom as an environment that can either support recovery or work against it.Special Thanks to Our PartnerEight Sleep: Our favorite sleep brand helps you rest cooler, deeper, and more consistently by automatically adjusting your bed temperature throughout the night. Improve your recovery, energy, and mornings by visiting eightsleep.com/ageist.Key Moments“So I would say this is like the forgotten biological lever or key to good quality sleep.”“And we saw that just sleeping on the pod with active temperature regulation throughout the night reduced hot flashes by 56 % on average.”“Well, your body is essentially paralyzed. Your muscles are paralyzed during REM sleep. And your temperature regulation is also impaired during REM sleep.”Connect with Dr. Moyen and Eight SleepWebsite: eightsleep.comNicole Moyen author pageConnect with AGEISTNewsletterInstagramWebsiteLinkedInClick Here for the full interview transcript.Say hi to the AGEIST team!
After Bronte’s boyfriend questioned one of her fashion choices, the phones lit up with the outfits people got absolutely roasted for wearing. Plus, Lakey hits breaking point during the Body Clock challenge, while Producer Harry and Anny do a chaotic practice run in case nobody makes it to work tomorrow. There’s also a wedding paint-bomb drama, bizarre office opinions, and Millie completely steals the show during TrendingSubscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcasts/seafm-gold-coast-breakfastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After a full week trusting only their body clocks, Bronte & Lakey took the ultimate risk… going to sleep with zero alarms before the biggest show yet. So did they actually wake up in time? Chaos eruptsSubscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcasts/seafm-gold-coast-breakfastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The team debate whether Australia secretly has the world’s worst public toilets and listeners were very passionate about it. Plus, Bronte & Lakey ask what movie you wish you could experience again for the very first time, sparking everything from The Notebook to Star Wars nostalgia. There’s also chaos after people confess the insane things they’ve slept through and Boss Blair finally delivers a punishment for the Body Clock challenge.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcasts/seafm-gold-coast-breakfastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This new study from Pakistan suggests synchronising exercise to match people's natural sleep-wake cycles or internal body clock could offer the greatest health benefits.这项来自巴基斯坦的新研究表明,将锻炼时间和个人的睡眠觉醒周期或体内生物钟同步,能给健康带来最多益处。Volunteers who tried it had better sleep, lower blood pressure and healthier blood sugar levels overall. In the study, a group of 40 to 60-year-olds with at least one heart risk were categorised: 70 as morning larks and 64 as night owls. Over three months, some did almost daily exercises at times that matched their body clock, while others did the opposite.尝试了这种锻炼方式的志愿者普遍睡眠质量更好、血压更低且整体血糖水平更健康。研究中,一组年龄在 40 到 60 岁、具有至少一项心脏病风险因素的人被分为了两类: 70 个 “百灵鸟” 和 64 个 “夜猫子”。在三个月间,一部分人几乎每天都在符合生物钟的时间锻炼,而另一部分人则相反。The findings suggested that forcing a 5am workout on a night owl didn't give great results. Why? The researchers say because the body clock affects hormone and energy levels across the day, which in turn, could influence exercise performance and adherence.研究结果表明,强迫一个 “夜猫子” 在清晨五点锻炼并没有带来很好的效果。这是为什么呢?研究人员解释说,这是因为生物钟会影响人全天的激素和能量水平,进而影响运动表现和对锻炼计划的坚持。
Bronte & Lakey put listeners to the test with chaotic wake up calls, but things somehow got even messier when Lakey admitted he once forgot his own mum’s birthday. Callers confess the huge dates they’ve forgotten, including birthdays, Mother’s Day and more. Plus, the team debate the age you should officially “act your age,” pitch brutal punishments for the Body Clock challenge, and chat to Lachy Wiggle about all things sleep, routines and waking up on time.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcasts/seafm-gold-coast-breakfastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
The verdict is in on Pete's punishment, and it's incredibly fitting for his abysmal performance in the body clock challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
Run up Jacob's Ladder? An ice bath? someone's also texted in to suggest he should be spanked!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
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Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
After a whole week of waking up insanely early, Kymba has slept all the way through her alarm this morning! Pete has also defied expectations and woke up way too early. Absolutely ANYTHING could happen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
03:13 Body Clock Challenge Update 07:37 Jake Waterman 17:55 Nat Bassingthwaighte: SAS Australia Vs England 22:21 Tim McMillan: Did You See It On 7? 28:38 Did Sleeping Save Your Life? 35:46 Body Clock Challenge Predictions 41:06 The Emergency Tape See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pete, Matt & Kymba Catch Up - Mix 94.5 Perth - Pete Curulli, Kymba Cahill, Matt Dyktynski
02:30 Pete's Glowing Writeup 06:31 CEO of Orange Sky 10:33 Yay Or Nay 13:45 Rodger Corser: The Floor 18:38 Body Clock Challenge Chat 22:35 Kymba Watched A Thing 28:52 Year Kidding Me 30:50 Joel On Sandby For Friday's Challenge 35:32 Amy Shark 40:10 What's TrendingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Time waits for no one, but what exactly is it? Is it just a human construct, or something far deeper, flowing through our minds and bodies? In this episode, we examine the very fabric of time: how we created it, how we perceive it, the hidden rhythms of our body clocks, and what the future might hold as science and technology bend the boundaries of time... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Let's talk about some of the core concepts inside the book “The Circadian Code” and how when you eat can greatly impact your metabolic health based on your circadian rhythm! Check out the link to the book in the show notes. Read the Full Book The Circadian Code by Dr. Satchin Panda Schedule a FREE Discovery Call with me here:https://yourlifenutrition.org/nutrition-coaching-application/.Come join our private accountability group, the Goal Getters Group, for all things health, wellness & nutrition! You'll get sample weekly meal plans, recipes, weekly group coaching calls and access to our exclusive Blood Sugar, Wellness, Mindfulness & Movement Challenges to help support you and keep you accountable on your health & nutrition journey AND get access to private messaging with me, your dietitian!Click the link below to join the Goal Getters Group today!https://your-life-nutrition-goal-getters.mn.co/plans/1821314?bundle_token=1724009ab3ed355237fdeeebd2fe1d9f&utm_source=manual.For health & nutrition tips, recipes & more - follow me on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlifenutrition/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourlifenutritionrdn/Email: Brittany@yourlifenutrition.orgShop my Favorite Products!Stelo Continuous Glucose Monitor System**I am an Amazon Affiliate and may earn commissions on qualifying purchases.
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity You only build bone during deep sleep, and only if you get enough of a growth hormone spike to make it happen. As someone who has spent her career fighting osteoporosis, I had never connected those dots that clearly before. Morning light, deep sleep, and bone density are part of the same biological chain. That alone is worth the listen. This week, I am joined by Dr. John La Puma, the originator of culinary medicine. After reviewing over 2,200 studies for his new book, Indoor Epidemic, his conclusion is both sobering and actionable: we are spending 93% of our lives indoors, and our biology is paying for it in ways most of us cannot even perceive. Fatigue. Brain fog. Disrupted sleep. Accelerated aging. And we keep reaching for supplements and prescriptions when the answer is often just outside the door. What we cover: - Why 93% of our time indoors is a biological emergency quietly aging us faster from the inside out. - How 10 to 15 minutes of morning light resets your circadian clock and primes your body for deep, restorative sleep. - Why screen light within 30 minutes of bedtime drops melatonin by 20%, no matter what else you did right. - How deep sleep triggers the growth hormone spike your body needs to build bone, making it a frontline tool against osteoporosis. - Why green exercise feels 20% easier and drops cortisol by 21% when done in a place of your choice. - What digital obesity really means and why too many pixels burn out your brain the same way too much sugar burns out your metabolism. - How one hour of gardening a week can lower hemoglobin A1C by 0.5%, roughly equal to a starting dose of metformin. - What the Louisville Green Heart Study found, including a 22% drop in CRP, when greenery came to a community. - Why two to five intentional hours outdoors each week can give you up to five years of health span back. About Dr. John La Puma: Dr. John La Puma is an academic clinician, trained chef, and organic farmer recognized as the originator of culinary medicine. He runs a certified organic educational farm in Santa Barbara and led the first CME course in the country teaching physicians to use nature as medicine. Indoor Epidemic is his distillation of 2,200 studies into a practical guide for reclaiming your biology. Connect with Dr. John La Puma: Website: https://www.drjohnlapuma.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlapuma/ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:30 Culinary Medicine, Organic Farming and the Origin of a Field 03:30 The Indoor Epidemic: Why 93% Indoors Is a Biological Emergency 07:00 How 10 to 15 Minutes Resets Your Entire Biology 11:00 Screens, Melatonin and the 30-Minute Rule Before Bed 13:30 How Your Brain Cleans Itself During Deep Sleep 17:00 Why Over 50% of Your Genes Run on a Body Clock 20:00 20% Less Effort and a 19% Reduction in Mortality 24:00 Digital Obesity and What Ultra-Processed Time Is Doing to Your Brain 28:00 Indoor Air, Toxins, Carbon Dioxide and the Invisible Cognitive Drain 32:00 Chronic Inflammation, Telomere Shortening and Premature Aging 34:00 Greenery, CRP and Cardiovascular Health 38:30 Gardening, Hemoglobin A1C and the Metformin Comparison 41:00 Deep Sleep and Bone Building 44:30 The Biggest Barrier to Change and Why Knowledge Comes First 46:30 Two to Five Hours Outdoors a Week Can Add Five Years to Your Health Span
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What if your body has its own schedule for optimal health—and ignoring it fuels inflammation and fatigue? In this episode of The Integrative Health Podcast, Dr. Jen Pfleghaar sits down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, Ayurvedic practitioner and tumor researcher, to explore the science and wisdom of circadian rhythm.Dr. Gupta shares practical strategies from her upcoming book The Inflammation Code on how aligning with the daily rhythm of the body can support digestion, hormones, immunity, and sleep, while also offering Ayurvedic guidance for daily activity, meals, and self-care.Dr. Jen Pfleghaar interviews Dr. Shivani Gupta about circadian rhythm, Ayurveda, and anti-inflammatory living. Learn practical strategies to optimize sleep, digestion, hormone balance, and daily energy by aligning with your body's natural clock.Dr. Shivani Gupta is an Ayurvedic practitioner, tumor researcher, and author of the upcoming book The Inflammation Code. She specializes in integrating ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science to help clients reduce inflammation, optimize hormone function, and support mental and physical wellbeing.PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavoritesFOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmomFTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored.DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only. For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmomYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only. For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Let us know what you enjoy about the show!et lag can leave you feeling untethered—tired and wired at the same time, unsure whether to rest or push through. This gentle meditation is designed to help your body recalibrate after travel, without forcing sleep or wakefulness.Rather than trying to override your system, this practice focuses on orientation. We begin by grounding in the body and noticing where you are now—the quality of light, the sounds around you, the simple fact of being supported. Through natural breathing and subtle cues, you'll invite your nervous system to register safety and arrival.You'll be guided to release urgency around “getting it right” and instead allow your internal clock to adjust gradually. This is not about snapping into a new schedule, but about offering your body clear, calm signals so it can update in its own time.Listen after arrival, in the morning or early evening, or anytime jet lag leaves you feeling out of sync. Return to this practice as needed as your body settles into a new rhythm.If this meditation supports your transition, consider subscribing, sharing it with a fellow traveler, or leaving a brief review to help others find their way back into alignment.If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated! Support the show
"The general public and even health professionals are not fully aware of the power of our circadian rhythms." - Dr. Leon Lack If you've ever felt tired, foggy, and flared up when the seasons or the clocks change, you are not alone. Light is one of the most powerful signals to the brain, and when your body's internal clock, your circadian rhythm, becomes disrupted, that can influence your energy, pain levels, mood, and focus. For those of us already living with fibro's sensitive nervous system, even small shifts in daylight can have a significant impact. Understanding your circadian rhythm can help you find balance with your energy, sleep quality, and other fibro symptoms. Morning light, evening routines, timing your wake-up, and even the type of light you're exposed to all influence how your body functions. When you understand how they all work together, light can become one of the simplest and most effective fibro-friendly tools for improving sleep, stabilizing your mood, and boosting your energy all year. Today, Tami is excited to be joined by Professor Leon Lack, one of the world's leading experts on sleep, circadian rhythm, and light therapy, to talk about why light affects us so deeply and how light therapy can support you. Dr. Lack is also the co-inventor of the Re-Timer light therapy glasses, one of Tami's favorite things for 2025. In this conversation, they discuss what a circadian rhythm is, how it drives daily sleep and wake patterns, how light exposure shifts the body clock, the effects of social jetlag, inconsistent schedules, and sleep debt on mood, alertness, and pain, why some people are true evening types with delayed sleep phase challenges, how strategies like Tami's Lights Out Sundays can help reset body timing, what studies show about how natural light rapidly resets sleep, why morning light timing matters, how to identify your circadian low point to shift your rhythm more effectively, how light therapy works in cloudy or low-sunlight regions, the evolution from early light boxes to modern wearable devices, how light entering the eyes resets the brain's clock, Tami's experience using Re-Timer glasses, which wavelengths are most effective for shifting the body clock, why consistent morning light matters most, practical steps for shifting your sleep earlier, how winter darkness worsens mood and sleep, why jetlag adjustment varies from person to person, strategies for travel recovery, how evening light therapy can help early risers sleep later, best practices if you tend to sleep in, the risks of driving during circadian lows, why shift work remains so dangerous, and more. Note: This episode is not meant to be medical advice. Every person and every situation is unique. The information you learn in this episode should be shared and discussed with your own healthcare providers. To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, visit the show notes. For daily doses of hope, inspiration, and practical advice, join Tami on Facebook or Instagram. Need a good book to read? Download Tami's books for free. Ready to take back control of your life and health? Schedule a complimentary consultation with a Certified Fibromyalgia Coach®.
Is an elephant really a close relative of a hyrax? What are blood groups? Is there really such a thing as a selfish gene? How did males and females evolve? What makes us feel sleepy? And how can chickenpox be lethal? Join Dr Chris and Clarence Ford as we ask the Naked Scientist! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Is an elephant really a close relative of a hyrax? What are blood groups? Is there really such a thing as a selfish gene? How did males and females evolve? What makes us feel sleepy? And how can chickenpox be lethal? Join Dr Chris and Clarence Ford as we ask the Naked Scientist! Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Circadian timing shapes how we sleep, feel, and function each day. Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., Salk Institute, explains that keeping daily light, meals, movement, and sleep in step with the body's internal clock supports alertness, metabolism, and recovery. Panda notes that evening light and late eating can make it harder to fall asleep and may work against healthy glucose control, while thoughtful timing of activity can improve energy and rest. He highlights that when we take medicines matters because the body's response changes across the day. Travel and shift work challenge these rhythms, but simple habits with light exposure, meal timing, and sleep can ease the strain. Panda also describes ongoing efforts testing practical routines, including limited daily eating windows paired with light and activity strategies. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40733]
Waking up at 1AM? 3AM? 4:30AM? Your body is screaming for help—and this episode decodes the message. We break down the real causes behind your restless nights, from histamine spikes and cortisol crashes to liver detox overload and adrenal dysfunction. You'll also learn Chinese Medicine sleep wisdom, and exactly what to do (tonight!) to get deep, restorative sleep again. Listen now and finally understand why sleep isn't working—and how to fix it. https://fitmom.co/apply" rel="nofollow">Work With Us - Revive & Thrive
Lynne Peeples is an author and journalist covering science, health, and the environment. Her writing has appeared in The Guardian, Scientific American, Nature, HuffPost, NBC News, The Atlantic, and other publications. Before becoming a journalist, she crunched numbers as a biostatistician for HIV clinical trials and environmental health studies. Peeples is a recipient of an MIT Knight Science Journalism fellowship and an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation book grant. She also holds master's degrees in biostatistics from the Harvard School of Public Health and in science journalism from New York University. She lives in Seattle. SHOWNOTES:
This episode covers:In this episode, we discuss Ayurveda and circadian rhythms, the surprising power of nose breathing for exercise, the Ayurvedic view on seasonal eating, and so much more.Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP is a globally recognized leader in the fields of natural health, Ayurveda, and sports medicine. He is the creator of LifeSpa.com, where ancient Ayurvedic wisdom meets modern science. LifeSpa.com is one of the leading Ayurvedic health and wellness resources on the web with over 11 million views on YouTube and over 130 thousand newsletter subscribers. LifeSpa.com is evolving the way Ayurveda is understood around the world, with thousands of free articles and videos published weekly.Dr. John is the former Director of Player Development for the New Jersey Nets NBA team, author of 7 health books including his newest Amazon bestseller Eat Wheat, and the host of the Ayurveda Meets Modern Science podcast. He directs LifeSpa Ayurvedic Clinic, the 2013 Holistic Wellness Center of the Year in Boulder, CO.Links mentioned during this episode:Dr. Douillard's Website: https://lifespa.com/Dr. Douillard's Instagram: https://instagram.com/lifespaSpring Grocery List: https://lifespa.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/spring-grocery-list_complete-chart_johndouillard.pdfWinter Grocery List: https://lifespa.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/winter-grocery-list_complete-chart_johndouillard1.pdfDigestive Health Quiz: https://lifespa.com/health-topics/digestion/take-our-digestive-health-quiz/Free Initial Consultation with Dr. Megan: https://p.bttr.to/3a9lfYkLyons' Share Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelyonsshareJoin Megan's Newsletter: www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter
On my last trip to San Francisco, something unexpected happened: I didn't get jet lag. Normally, I'd spend the first few days wide awake at 3 a.m. and desperate for a nap by lunchtime — but this time, my body adjusted almost instantly.In this episode, I share the two surprisingly simple things that made all the difference: moving my body and drinking chia seeds. We'll talk about why exercise acts like a reset button for your internal clock, how chia seeds can keep you hydrated and regular while travelling, and the three “anchors” your body uses to sync with a new time zone — light, movement, and meals.Plus, I share practical, easy-to-remember travel habits that genuinely make you feel human again:How to use sunlight and exercise to reset your circadian rhythmThe chia-seed hydration trick that supports digestion, skin, and energyWhy timing your meals and caffeine can make or break your recoveryAnd small tweaks - like magnesium, electrolytes, and morning walks — that make travel so much smootherWhether you're crossing continents or just hopping time zones, this episode is your quick, no-nonsense guide to beating jet lag without expensive supplements or rigid routines.Connect with me on Instagram: @emmagunsJoin the conversation on Substack: The Emma Guns Show NewsletterShare this episode with a friend who needs a reminder that failure isn't the end.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Franklin fired at Penn State two weeks after holding #3 in the AP Poll. Good thing Penn State and the Big 10 have private equity money to pay the bill. Is Bill Belichick next, and will it be before or after he and the girlfriend return from a Bay Area shopping spree? Meanwhile, Indiana is legit after surviving the Body Clock in Eugene.
We return with a pair of Mortgage Plays on opposite ends of the entertainment spectrum. One is a body clocker. The other is just plain bad. But winners cash all the same.
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In this episode, I sit down with naturopathic doctor Dr. Vanessa Ingraham to dive deep into the fascinating world of circadian rhythm biology, the science of how our internal clocks govern everything from hormones to immunity, metabolism, and brain health. We explore: Why circadian rhythms are central to health and longevity How light exposure in the morning and evening impacts hormones and sleep The links between disrupted circadian rhythms and chronic disease Practical strategies to realign your body clock (sleep hygiene, light management, meal timing, stress reduction) How circadian biology connects to immunity, gut health, and inflammation The role of circadian optimization in aging and longevity strategies Dr. Vanessa brings both scientific depth and practical wisdom, making this conversation valuable for anyone who wants to improve energy, resilience, and long-term health through better alignment with nature's rhythms. Learn more about Dr. Vanessa: https://www.drvanessa.life Dr. Vanessa Ingraham Bio: Dr. Vanessa Ingraham is a naturopathic physician with over 15 years of experience in integrative oncology and metabolic medicine. After co-founding Pure Health Bahamas, where she supported women through breast cancer with integrative protocols, she moved to New Zealand to formulate products for Nutrient Rescue NZ and later founded Bloom Integrative Health, a multidisciplinary clinic for women navigating hormonal challenges and chronic disease. Today, Vanessa works online from her home in Piha on Auckland's wild west coast, guiding clients worldwide. Her approach blends nutrition, biohacking, mitochondrial optimization, circadian biology, and biophysics; exploring how light, water, and electromagnetic forces shape health at the cellular level. Grounded in her own daily practice of sunrise yoga, time in the bush, and regular ocean swims, she helps people build resilience and overcome chronic disease by aligning cutting-edge science with the timeless laws of nature.
I am down with a cough and cold at the moment, and it got me thinking about immunity, seasons and people's beliefs about illness as well as what we can do to stave off these bugs. Links: Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyHippocrates and Galen: https://www.thecolourworks.com/blog/hippocrates-galen-the-four-humoursGerm theory: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK24649/The UK Biobank study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33817568/VItamin C and colds: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38082300/Vitamin D: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7551809/Zinc: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36290585/Salt water gargle: https://www.healthline.com/health/salt-water-gargleTurmeric: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/tumeric-for-bronchitisSoup: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/chicken-soup-cold-flu-symptoms-relief-b2789217.htmlSave your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are you tired of tossing and turning and want to know if a good night's sleep is ever possible?In the first episode of season 4 of the Hello Therapy podcast, I'm joined by clinical psychologist and sleep specialist Dr. Maja Schaedel where we unravel the mysteries and challenges of sleep. Maja shares her extensive experience from the NHS Sleep Disorder Centre and her private Good Sleep Clinic, offering practical insights into why sleep is so essential for our health, how different sleep disorders manifest across age groups, and what we can do to improve our nightly rest. You'll will learn about the surprising links between sleep and conditions like dementia and anxiety, the realities of insomnia, and actionable strategies for managing sleep disruptions, plus some myth-busting around sleep routines. Whether you've struggled with sleepless nights or just want to understand how to sleep better, this episode is full of valuable tips and eye-opening science.Highlights include:08:55 Common sleep disorders explained19:18 Teen sleep patterns and challenges28:59 Understanding sleep efficiency37:46 Strategies for 3am wake-ups50:22 Mental health and sleep connection57:30 Top tips for better sleep01:02:16 Sleep retreats and professional passionThis week's guest:Dr Maja Schaedel is a clinical psychologist and a sleep expert and has worked with people with sleep difficulties for over 20 years. She runs The Good Sleep Clinic and she founded The Good Sleep Retreat in 2023. Maja also works as the lead psychologist in one of the UK's leading NHS sleep disorder centres at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital. She regularly speaks on the subject of sleep in the media, including The Telegraph, The Independent, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, BBC 4's Woman's Hour and Channel 5's “Breaking the Taboos” on sleep in the menopause. InstagramTell us what you thought of this episode! -> JOIN OUR SUBSTACK NEED THERAPY? SOCIALS DISCLAIMER
***JOIN THE NEXT MASTER YOUR FASTING CHALLENGE THAT STARTS August 13th, 2025!*** We'll GUIDE you on how to FAST to LOSE FAT for good, and use ‘fast cycling' to achieve uncommon results! REGISTER HERE! Click the link for DATES, DETAILS, and FAQs! This episode reveals how aligning your intermittent fasting schedule with your circadian rhythm can dramatically improve weight loss and metabolic health. Dr. Scott and Tommy break down the science showing that eating the same meal at 8 AM versus 8 PM results in 30% less glucose processing effectiveness at night, making evening fasting windows less optimal. Discover research proving that women eating 70% of calories before noon lost significantly more weight than late eaters, and how just one hour of "social jet lag" (varying bedtime) increases diabetes risk by 40%. Learn the three main circadian disruptors sabotaging your fasting success: excessive blue light exposure at night, irregular sleep schedules, and late-night eating. The hosts explain why your worst cravings happen after dinner (it's biology, not willpower), how light exposure while sleeping increases BMI and waist circumference, and why shift workers have higher rates of metabolic dysfunction. Get actionable strategies for optimizing your fasting windows, including morning sunlight exposure protocols, blue light protection methods, and why turning off kitchen lights during evening fasts can eliminate food cravings. This episode provides the missing piece for fasters struggling with plateaus, hunger, or inconsistent results - showing how to work with your body's natural 24-hour clock rather than against it. Essential for anyone wanting to maximize their intermittent fasting results by understanding when your body is primed for fat burning versus fat storage throughout the day. Take the NEW FASTING PERSONA QUIZ! - The Key to Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss With Fasting! Resources and Downloads: SIGN UP FOR THE DROP OF THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL GRAB THE OPTIMAL RANGES FOR LAB WORK HERE! - NEW RESOURCE! FREE RESOURCE - DOWNLOAD THE NEW BLUEPRINT TO FASTING FOR FAT LOSS! SLEEP GUIDE DIRECT DOWNLOAD DOWNLOAD THE FASTING TRANSFORMATION JOURNAL HERE! Partner Links: Get your FREE BOX OF LMNT hydration support for the perfect electrolyte balance for your fasting lifestyle with your first purchase here! Get 25% off a Keto-Mojo blood glucose and ketone monitor (discount shown at checkout)! Click here! Our Community: Let's continue the conversation. Click the link below to JOIN the Fasting For Life Community, a group of like-minded, new, and experienced fasters! The first two rules of fasting need not apply! If you enjoy the podcast, please tap the stars below and consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it helps bring you the best original content each week. We also enjoy reading them! Article Links: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5388543/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4089089/
In Day 7 of the Shift with CJ program, CJ dives into two powerful (and often neglected) tools for total-body wellness: syncing your circadian rhythm and using foam rolling to improve recovery and release physical tension.He explains how aligning your eating and sleeping patterns with the sun's natural cycle helps regulate hormones, burn fat more efficiently, and improve energy. Late-night meals? They confuse your biological clock and make weight loss harder.CJ also introduces foam rolling as a game-changing recovery practice. It reduces muscle soreness, improves mobility, boosts blood flow, and can be done at home. Whether you're an athlete or just dealing with daily tension, this episode gives you the tools to sync your body and reset your system.Key Takeaways:Your Circadian Rhythm Is a Metabolic Superpower Your body operates on an internal clock tied to sunlight. Eating and sleeping at the wrong times can sabotage fat loss and energy.Late-Night Eating = Hormone Disruption Eating after sunset confuses your hormones like leptin and ghrelin, leading to increased hunger and poor fat burning.Foam Rolling Is a Mini-Massage With Major Benefits It reduces soreness, improves blood flow, increases joint mobility, and speeds up recovery—without needing a masseuse.Sleep Timing Matters More Than You Think Going to bed and waking up at consistent times (yes, even on weekends) supports better metabolism and mental clarity.Body Awareness Unlocks Longevity Tracking your sleep, noticing how food timing affects energy, and paying attention to tight areas in your body builds long-term vitality.5 Things You Can Start Doing Today:Eat Your Last Meal Before Sunset This aligns your digestion with your circadian rhythm and improves metabolic flexibility.Pick a Bedtime—And Stick to It Wake and sleep at the same time daily, even on weekends, to stabilize your energy and hormones.Keep a Sleep Diary Track what time you sleep, how you feel in the morning, and any patterns you notice. Awareness = optimization.Start Foam Rolling Daily Spend 1–2 minutes per muscle group. Focus on sore spots. Aim for 20–30 passes per area, especially after workouts or before bed.Take 1 Small Step Toward Routine Mastery Whether it's shifting dinner time or adding foam rolling, choose one thing to improve—and build momentum.“You can't cheat biology. Sync with the sun, roll out the stress, and build habits that'll serve you in your 60s and 80s—not just today.”
This episode is for anyone whose life doesn't always follow a perfect routine. Shift workers, new parents, students, frequent flyers... basically, all of us at some point.
In this episode, Camilla Kring, author of Chronoleadership: How to Create Healthier and More Productive Rhythms in Your Work and Life, explains how understanding your biological rhythms—and leading with them instead of against them—can unlock greater well-being and performance. Camilla shares how workplaces can become more inclusive by embracing chronodiversity, and how individuals can set boundaries and routines that honor their energy patterns.In this conversation, we explore:What Is Chronoleadership? Camilla introduces the concept of leading yourself and others based on chronotype—your body's natural rhythm for sleep, focus, and energy.The Myth of the Early Bird: We challenge traditional ideas of productivity and explore how early start times can exclude or harm night owls and others with nontraditional energy curves.Designing Rhythms, Not Routines: Camilla helps reframe time management not around fixed schedules but around flexible rhythms that support health and creativity.Chronodiversity in the Workplace: From flexible start times to outcome-based management, we talk about how leaders can design more inclusive work environments.Parenting, School, and Chronotypes: We also explore how respecting biological rhythms applies beyond the workplace—to how we raise kids, structure schools, and design home life.Camilla's work invites us to stop fighting time and start aligning with it—for the sake of our energy, health, and leadership.Connect with Erik:LinkedIn ThreadsFacebook BlueskyThis Podcast is Powered By:DescriptDescript 101CastmagicEcammPodpageRodecaster ProTop Productivity Books ListMake sure to support the show by checking out the sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Story at-a-glance Circadian Syndrome (CircS), a serious health risk marked by sleep issues, depression, and metabolic dysfunction, significantly raises your risk of dying from chronic illnesses and early death A major study of over 16,000 adults in the U.S. and China found that people with CircS have far higher death rates, especially from diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease Signs of circadian disruption — like insufficient sleep or belly fat — may appear mild, but could actually become lethal when combined with other CircS traits, highlighting the danger of ignoring seemingly common symptoms Artificial light exposure, irregular schedules, and "social jetlag" all disrupt your internal clock, increasing your risk of obesity, high blood pressure, cancer, and metabolic disease, especially in older adults To reset your body clock, get morning sunlight, avoid nighttime screens, move daily, and manage your stress — these small changes help restore your body's natural rhythm and vitality
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This time on Question of the Week, Mark wants to know what effect lower levels of oxygen in aeroplanes might have on how we feel after a flight, and what impact the smoking ban might have had. As a follow up, he wonders about jet lag and whether it's possible to suffer its consequences after a long haul flight to somewhere in the same time zone. James Tytko asked Malcom von Schantz, Professor of chronobiology at Northumbria University, for help with the answer... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Welcome to the Triple P Life Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Jay LaGuardia dives deep into a topic rarely discussed but profoundly impacting your daily life - circadian rhythms. Dr. Jay explores how these internal 24-hour cycles regulate everything from sleep and hormone production to metabolism and cognitive function. If you've ever felt off after daylight saving time changes or struggled with energy levels despite doing "everything right," this episode reveals the missing piece of your health puzzle. What You'll Learn: What circadian rhythms actually are - Your body's internal 24-hour clock controlled by the suprachiasmatic nucleus in your hypothalamus The power of light as the primary environmental cue that dictates your body's rhythms and overall health How sunlight functions as a nutrient containing a full spectrum of light frequencies (infrared, ultraviolet, and ambient) that each play unique roles in your biology Why your mitochondria are light-sensitive and how different light frequencies optimize their function The dangers of EMF exposure from modern technologies and practical steps to reduce your exposure Why children are more vulnerable to EMF radiation than adults due to thinner skulls and rapidly changing cells The truth about sunlight exposure - it's not the sun that's harmful, but rather the length of exposure and dietary factors like seed oils How to optimize your circadian rhythms through strategic light exposure, meal timing, exercise, and sleep practices Practical Strategies You Can Implement Today: Reduce EMF exposure by using speakerphone instead of holding your phone to your ear, keeping devices off your body, and putting your WiFi router on a timer at night Optimize sun exposure by getting morning sunlight, gradually building your "solar callus," and reducing seed oils in your diet Enhance indoor environments with full spectrum lighting (aim for 10,000 lux) and open windows for unfiltered sunlight Block blue light in the evening using blue-light blocking glasses and device filters Maintain consistent meal times with larger meals during daylight hours Exercise strategically with morning workouts and avoiding intense exercise before bed Support sleep quality by keeping your bedroom cool (around 60-63°F) and considering supplements like magnesium or glycine if needed Dr. Jay emphasizes that understanding and optimizing your circadian rhythms isn't just about better sleep—it's about enhancing your energy, metabolism, longevity, and overall daily performance by aligning your lifestyle with your natural biological clock. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Circadian Rhythms 02:11 - Understanding Your Internal Clock 04:50 - The Power of Light on Health 07:15 - Mitochondria as Cellular Powerhouses 10:05 - EMF Dangers and Health Impacts 12:40 - Practical Steps to Reduce EMF Exposure 15:12 - Sunlight as Essential Mitochondrial Fuel 18:08 - Optimizing Sun Exposure Safely 21:35 - Morning Light and Your Circadian Clock 24:05 - Strategies for Better Sleep Cycles 26:15 - Final Tips and Conclusion Find all things Triple P Life by visiting the website. Follow Dr. Jay: Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube Get Dr. Jay's Book: Change Your Mind Change Your Destiny Find all the nutrition and supplement products Triple P Nutrition has to offer here.
Starting today, you’ll get an extra hour of daylight in the evening, which a lot of people like, especially here in Seattle. But scientists say springing forward is bad for our health. Science journalist Lynne Peeples says the debate over daylight saving time misses the point, and it's more important to make our work days flexible to our individual body clocks. She's the author of The Inner Clock. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did you know that your body follows an internal clock that impacts your emotions, energy levels, and even anxiety? In this episode, The Chicks are joined by Clara Cohen, an expert in herbal medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), to explore the Chinese Medicine Health Clock—a fascinating system that connects specific organs to different emotions and times of the day. We dive into how imbalances in key organs like the Liver (stress), Lungs (grief), Spleen (worry), and Kidneys (fear) can contribute to anxiety, plus natural ways to bring your body and emotions back into harmony.