#14 - Morning Sunlight: The Missing Key to Better Sleep, Energy, Metabolism & Health | Jonathan Jarecki episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 7, 2026 · 1H 2M

#14 - Morning Sunlight: The Missing Key to Better Sleep, Energy, Metabolism & Health | Jonathan Jarecki

from The Move Better Podcast | Functional Fitness, Mobility & Strength for Real Life · host Mark Broadbent

Most of us spend around 90% of our lives indoors—but what is that doing to our health?In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, I sit down with researcher Jonathan Jarecki to explore the science of sunlight, circadian rhythms, metabolism and why getting outside may be one of the simplest ways to improve your health.We discuss why sunlight is about far more than vitamin D, how morning light influences your sleep and energy, why modern indoor lighting may be affecting your metabolism, and whether red light therapy can replace natural sunlight.Whether you're interested in improving your sleep, stabilising blood sugar, boosting energy or simply feeling healthier, this episode is packed with practical advice you can start using today.In this episode we discuss:• Why sunlight is essential for human health• Morning sunlight and your circadian rhythm• Why vitamin D is only part of the story• How light affects blood sugar and metabolism• Red light, infrared light and blue light explained• Should you use red light therapy panels?• The best lighting for your home and workplace• Incandescent vs LED lighting• How light influences sleep and melatonin production• Easy ways to get more natural light every dayIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who spends too much time indoors.Join the free 7-Day Move Better Challenge:www.MoveBetter.ClubConnect with Mark BroadbentWebsite: https://www.MoveBetter.ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.clubYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoveBetterPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveBetterClubConnect with Jonathan JareckiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanjareckiWebsite: https://www.jonathanjarecki.com

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jul 7, 2026

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

#14 - Morning Sunlight: The Missing Key to Better Sleep, Energy, Metabolism & Health | Jonathan Jarecki

0:00 1:02:56

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Move Better Podcast | Functional Fitness, Mobility & Strength for Real Life?

This episode is 1 hour and 2 minutes long.

When was this The Move Better Podcast | Functional Fitness, Mobility & Strength for Real Life episode published?

This episode was published on July 7, 2026.

Can I download this The Move Better Podcast | Functional Fitness, Mobility & Strength for Real Life episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!