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The Science Behind When To Eat and Other Top Lessons On Circadian Biology


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We used to think that the circadian rhythm only affected sleep. However, emerging science shows it’s deeply connected to metabolism, cognition, chronic disease risk, and many other critical aspects of health. Our biology is designed to function in harmony with the natural light-dark cycle, but modern society has significantly disrupted this balance.


Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we bring you a special compilation episode featuring Dhru's conversations with leading experts on the critical role circadian rhythms play in our health and well-being.


Dr. Satchin Panda delves into his groundbreaking research on circadian biology, revealing how leveraging your circadian rhythm can significantly improve sleep, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and enhance cognitive function. He also shares how time-restricted eating, exercise, and light exposure can help program your circadian rhythm, with a special focus on the importance of these tools for shift workers.


Dr. Moore-Ede discusses the dangers of chronic blue light exposure and its profound impact on health, highlighting research that reveals how it disrupts circadian rhythms. He also examines the connection between light exposure and obesity and explains why these risks remain underrepresented in mainstream media.


Dr. Satchin Panda, a professor at the Salk Institute and founder of the UC San Diego Center for Circadian Biology, is a leading researcher in circadian biology.


Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, a former Harvard Medical School professor and expert in circadian rhythms, has conducted groundbreaking research on light's role in regulating sleep-wake cycles and overall health.


In this episode, Dhru and his guests dive into:

  • Why when we eat is more important than what we eat (01:38)
  • Effects of chronic late-night eating (08:18)
  • Adverse effect of disrupting our circadian rhythm (16:25)
  • What is sleep debt (19:21)
  • Paying attention to when you eat (30:16)
  • Research on time-restricted eating (34:08)
  • Why sleeping with the lights on is damaging to your health (39:01)
  • Why sun exposure is critical for good health (41:55)
  • Dr. Martin's recommended time for sun exposure (49:28)
  • The link between blue light and obesity (51:42)
  • Master clock of the circadian rhythm, cortisol, melatonin, and others (54:06)
  • Why doctors aren't talking about the harmful effects of blue lights (59:03)
  • Blue lights in hospitals and how they prevent healing (01:04:47)

  • Also mentioned:

    • Full episode with Dr. Satchin Panda
    • Full episode with Dr. Martin Ede-Moore

    • This episode is brought to you by Pique Life and Birch Living. 


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