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The Evolution of Sleep and Health: Connecting the Dots

In this captivating episode, Dr. Mark and Brendan delve into the intriguing world of sleep-disordered breathing, exploring how the differences between our modern environment and that of our ancestors impact our health. We'll discuss the effects of sleep deprivation on children, ponder the existence of ADHD in our predecessors, and examine the elusive eight-hour sleep cycle. Uncover the hidden truths behind snoring, crooked teeth, and the age-old debate of beauty influenced by genetics or environment. We'll investigate the mysteries of misaligned molars, a 4000-year-old skull, and compare early medieval women to NFL linebackers. Learn why you shouldn't have to wear a retainer, how tonsils aren't the real issue, and how our evolutionary past influences our health today. Join us on this fascinating journey as we reveal why we're getting sicker and how to optimize our brain and metabolic development in a modern world.


SLEEP AND MODERN LIFE


  • Sleep-disordered breathing
  • The difference between our and our ancestors' environment
  • Effects of modern life on our health
  • Sleep deprivation and children
  • Eight hours of sleep?
  • How snoring kills sleep quality


    • ORAL HEALTH AND BEAUTY


    • The truth of crooked teeth
    • Beauty - Genetics or environment?
    • Why don't our molars fit?
    • The 4000-year-old skull
    • Early medieval women vs. NFL linebacker
    • You shouldn't have to wear a retainer


      • HEALTH EVOLUTION AND OPTIMAL DEVELOPMENT


      • Where we evolved from vs. where we are now
      • Why we're getting sicker
      • Tonsils aren't the problem
      • Maximize brain and metabolic development
      • Did our ancestors have ADHD?
      • Optimal development

        • By examining our evolutionary past and understanding its implications on our present, we can better navigate the challenges of today's world and strive for optimal development in every aspect of our lives. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion as we unravel the mysteries of our health, beauty, and sleep – all deeply rooted in our evolutionary journey.


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