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“A small human laboratory study found a robust rise in serum FGF21 after a two-hour alcohol self-administration session in 16 people with alcohol use disorder; it did not test exercise or craving treatment. Dr. Patrick’s practical advice is to separate heavier drinking from important sessions, hydrate, eat adequately, protect sleep, and treat dose as central.”

“###Less physical activity, greater sleep disturbances Increased screen time can lead to sleep disturbances, decreased physical activity, and issues with social development. Sleep and exercise are cornerstones for developing brains – they are essential for cognitive growth and well-being.”

“Research on warm baths and showers suggests that passive heating one to two hours before bedtime can shorten sleep-onset latency and improve self-rated sleep quality, although the evidence does not establish that every sauna routine has the same effect.”

“During middle age, growth hormone production decreases. Some evidence suggests that because growth hormone is secreted at night (during sleep), not getting enough sleep may hinder growth hormone release, exacerbating age-related bone loss.”

“Small crossover trials found improvements in selected attention measures, with results varying by dose, timing, and task. L-theanine may reduce jitteriness or shape attention, but it does not prevent caffeine from delaying sleep or disrupting sleep quality.”

“These findings suggest that young people with ADHD are particularly vulnerable to loneliness and the mental health problems that accompany it. Sleep deprivation can contribute to feelings of loneliness, too. Learn more in this clip featuring sleep expert Dr. Matthew Walker.”

“Considering the links between gut health and metabolism, they offer new insights into addressing sleep-related metabolic disorders in children. Learn about the importance of establishing a healthy gut microbiota in early life in this clip featuring Dr. Eran Elinav.”

“A randomized controlled trial found that individuals that slept 1.5 hours longer than usual resulted in a 10-gram reduction in refined sugar intake compared to baseline levels.”

“Learn more about the importance of sleep on health, including immune function in our interview with sleep expert Dr. Matthew Walker. A large body of evidence suggests that the microbiota, the diverse population of bacteria harbored by the human body, plays a key role in immunity.”

“Conversely, loneliness is associated with depression, poor sleep, impaired cognitive function, and early death. Findings of a new study show a relationship between the gut microbiota and feelings of wisdom, compassion, and social support.”