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The mindbodygreen Podcast

571: The future of circadian science | Science journalist Lynne Peeples

The mindbodygreen Podcast

mindbodygreen

Alternative Health, Health & Fitness

4.62.1K Ratings

🗓️ 15 December 2024

⏱️ 49 minutes

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Summary

“We're filled with trillions of tiny timekeepers. Nearly every cell in your body has a clock,” explains Lynne Peeples.  Peeples, author, speaker, and journalist covering science, health, and the environment, joins us to delve into all things circadian rhythms. From sleep timing and jet lag to the profound effects of light, we cover it all, plus: - The science of circadian rhythm (~2:00) - The optimal routine for your circadian rhythm (~3:45) - Lynne’s research experience in a war bunker (~6:05)  - The need for natural light (~9:57) - The impact of different types of lighting (~11:45) - The role of location (~14:30) - Daylight savings (~15:35) - The history of alarm clocks (~16:55) - Tips for shift workers (~19:00) - 3 guidelines to optimize circadian rhythms (~22:15) - Sunflowers have an internal clock (~25:00) - Camping in Alaska (~27:00) - Genes and circadian rhythms (~28:45) - The future of circadian science (~33:10) - The importance of timing (~35:30)  - How to measure your circadian rhythm (~36:53) - Jet lag (~39:54)  - The most impactful practices (~45:00)  - Inequality of optimizing circadian rhythms (~46:55) Referenced in the episode:  - Follow Lynne online (https://www.instagram.com/lynne.peeples/)  - Learn more about her work (https://lynnepeeples.com/)  - Read her book (https://lynnepeeples.com/the-inner-clock/)  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Did you know nearly every cell in your body has its own clock, working together to keep you running like, well, clockwork?

1:08.0

Today we're diving into the fascinating world of circadian rhythms with Lynn Peoples, a Seattle-based journalist, author, and speaker whose work spans medicine, health, and the

1:11.8

environment. Her new book, The Inner Clock, explores the science of our body's natural rhythms

1:17.4

and offers actionable insights to live in harmony with them. In today's show, Lynn shares

1:22.5

captivating stories, including her time living in a Cold War era bunker completely disconnected from light and time.

1:29.1

We'll unpack why natural light is critical, how meal timing affects sleep,

1:33.1

and the surprising ways your location and even your genes can influence your circadian rhythm.

1:38.5

Lynn also offers practical tips for shift workers, those traveling,

1:42.3

and anyone looking to align their routines with their

1:45.2

inner clock for optimal health and productivity. So whether you're a night owl, early bird,

1:50.3

or somewhere in between, you don't want to miss this one. So what does the science say about

2:00.2

our circadian rhythms?

2:02.3

We are different people during the day than we are at night.

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