
The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Bonus Redux: Sleep is the Boss of You – Matthew Walker, Ph.D., with Dave Asprey : 616
Aug 17, 2020
In this intriguing discussion, Matthew Walker, a professor of Neuroscience and Psychology and author of "Why We Sleep," highlights the vast consequences of the global sleep loss crisis. He emphasizes how every bodily system thrives on quality sleep and deteriorates without it. Topics include the unique benefits of REM and non-REM sleep, the dangers of pharmaceutical sleep aids, and the influence of artificial light on our sleep patterns. Walker also touches on practical tips for enhancing sleep and the critical roles sleep plays in health and cognitive function.
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Sleep as Essential for all systems
- Sleep enhances all bodily and brain systems, not just the immune system.
- Even healthy individuals need sufficient sleep for optimal function.
Sleep Quality and REM
- Sleep quality, including continuity and depth, differs between environments.
- REM sleep is crucial for mortality and may be more vital than deep sleep.
Ideal Sleep Composition
- Aim for 25-30% deep sleep, 20-25% REM sleep, and 45-50% light sleep.
- All sleep stages are important for different functions.




