The Best Times to Eat, Sleep, and Exercise: Circadian Rhythm Science with Dr. Satchin Panda

How to fix eating patterns, optimise sleep, exercise at the right time and get proper light exposure“The circadian rhythms are 24 hour rhythms. So that means our biology, physiology, metabolism, hormone function - everything changes with 24 hours” -Dr Satchin PandaWe need to stop fighting our bodies and start getting in sync with them. Ignoring our circadian rhythms is leading to more depression and anxiety, worse sleep, low energy, increased risk of obesity and diabetes, and even cancer and dementia.The good news is, getting in line with your body clock is easier than you might think. This is a comprehensive guide on when to eat, when to workout, proper light exposure, and even when to have surgery.Dr Satchin Panda is the the world’s leading expert on circadian rhythms and author of The Circadian Code and The Circadian Diabetes Code.In this episode Tim and Satchin explore how circadian clocks regulate various bodily functions, the health benefits of time-restricted eating, the advantages of blue-blocking glasses, effective lighting strategies for your home and advice for shift workers - and much more.Highlights(2:27) The power of timing(7:21) Insulin response: the impact of when you eat(16:17) Morning coffee mistake(22:24) How timing impacts surgery outcomes(28:49) Fixing your eating routine(36:43) The link with gut health problems(34:42) What can shift workers do?(47:31) Optimising your lighting environment(59:21) When should we exercise?Visit: https://www.salk.edu/scientist/satchidananda-panda/ Thank You to Filter Optix for Sponsoring this Episode! Filter Optix is the maker of premium blue light glasses. Go to filteroptix.com/timbiohacker and get a 15% discount.Disclaimer: https://podcast.healthoptimisation.com/disclaimer/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.