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“Sleep duration has been shown to decrease with age and this may affect the relationship of sleep duration with mortality. No significant associations between sleep duration and early death were observed in those aged 65 years or older.”

“In addition to lifestyle factors such as nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and stress, senolytic drugs are being investigated for their capacity to reduce the body's burden of senescent cells due to aging.”

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“However, consuming protein immediately after a workout can be beneficial for those seeking marginal gains in muscle mass or strength, particularly for fasted exercisers. Pre-sleep protein can help build muscle Consuming protein before bed is an effective strategy for increasing total daily intake and enhancing overnight muscle recovery.”

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“Nevertheless, the findings suggest that steady sleep and wake windows deserve attention alongside getting enough sleep each night. In episode #107, Dr. Michael Grandner and I explore treatment options for insomnia and science-backed strategies for better sleep.”

“Meeting age-specific sleep duration recommendations helped lower the risk for moderately irregular sleepers but did not fully protect those with highly irregular sleep patterns. These findings suggest that maintaining a consistent sleep schedule may be as important as getting enough sleep for cardiovascular health.”

“Modern workplace changes driven by technology are transforming not only how we work but also how well we sleep. Longer hours spent at desks, increasing reliance on computers, and nontraditional work schedules may undermine sleep health.”

“The timing of when a person sleeps—not just how long—plays a vital role in mental health, influencing mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being. A recent study found that misalignment between bedtime and natural sleep preferences can increase the risk of mental health disorders like depression and anxiety.”

“Each of the participants experienced one night of sleep deprivation followed by two consecutive nights of recovery sleep. The authors of the study used standard recognition tests to assess the participants' ability to form memories at baseline and every day thereafter.”