#501 Sleep, Circadian Rhythm & What Actually Works (Q&A with Dr. Greg Potter)

Dr. Greg Potter has a PhD from the University of Leeds in sleep, nutrition, and metabolism. Check out Bon Charge wellness products (Code SIIM for 15% discount): https://boncharge.com/siimlandTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:45 Catchup02:05 Are circadian rhythms nature or nurture09:55 What’s ideal timing of sunlight exposure for circadian anchoring15:25 Bon Charge sponsorship 20:30 Does creatine increase DHEA or DHT levels25:50 Does creatine reduce sleep quality33:25 Greg’s new podcast36:15 Is more REM sleep better42:05 How to optimize REM sleep44:25 What % of different sleep cycles should we get (light, deep, REM)46:10 Is food processing good or bad52:45 Incline bed therapy55:20 Is it bad to use sleep herbs58:45 Does melatonin supplementation stop natural production01:01:15 What to do if you wake up at night and can’t fall back asleepGreg Potter YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gregpotterphd