Dr. Matthew Walker: Protocols to Improve Your Sleep | Huberman Lab Guest Series

Andrew Huberman

Andrew Huberman

162 min, 55 sec

A comprehensive discussion with Dr. Matthew Walker on sleep, including conventional and unconventional methods for sleep optimization.

Summary

  • Dr. Andrew Huberman invites Dr. Matthew Walker to discuss the science of sleep and various strategies to optimize it.
  • They explore sleep hygiene, the impacts of alcohol, food, caffeine, and cannabis on sleep, as well as advanced methods like brain stimulation and thermal manipulation.
  • The conversation also touches on the future of sleep enhancement with technologies that are currently being researched or developed.
  • Dr. Walker provides an in-depth look at practical steps for improving both the quality and quantity of sleep, as well as the importance of maintaining a consistent sleep schedule.

Chapter 1

Introduction to Sleep Optimization

0:00 - 162 min, 56 sec

Dr. Andrew Huberman introduces the second episode of a six-part series on sleep with Dr. Matthew Walker, discussing sleep optimization methods.

Dr. Andrew Huberman introduces the second episode of a six-part series on sleep with Dr. Matthew Walker, discussing sleep optimization methods.

  • Dr. Huberman welcomes Dr. Matthew Walker to the Huberman Lab guest series focused on sleep.
  • They cover a range of topics, including light and darkness, temperature, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and the importance of consistency in sleep schedules.
  • Dr. Walker emphasizes the significance of sleep hygiene and the dos and don'ts of sleep for mental, physical health, and performance.

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