What time of day do we have peak cognitive performance? | Dr. Satchin Panda

Circadian rhythms are the body’s 24-hour cycles of biological, hormonal, and behavioral patterns. Every organ and cell has its own daily timed circadian rhythm, which influences physiological processes, including the body’s production of hormones that regulate sleep, hunger, and metabolism. Even neurotransmitters have circadian rhythms, and thus our problem-solving ability, alertness, and mood vary throughout the day. Cognitive performance typically peaks in a narrow window during the first half of the day and is also impacted by sleep. Our body dedicates a substantial portion of our day to sleep, and while stimulants like caffeine can improve alertness after sleep loss, they do not make us think more clearly. In this clip, Dr. Satchin Panda describes how circadian rhythms regulate processes including eating behaviors, problem-solving ability, and mood.

Original episode published on July 6, 2021
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[JulesLife]

I guess I’m rare then. True night owl. Lucky for me I started my own business 9 years ago and can wakeup whenever. I typically set my alarm for 7 hours after whenever I lie down. 3am-10am is generally my rhythm. My dad was the same way but not quite to my extreme. The caffeine cutoff I’ve implemented is 3-4pm and I never have more than 400mg per day. I’ve also purchased red bulbs for my bedroom at night to calm my brain down. Those two things alone helped greatly to solve my 6 year insomnia.

[tiffanyvalencia]

You wear Beetlejuice so much better-looking than the actor!