The Peter Attia Drive

The Peter Attia Drive

Qualy #129 - Evolutionary reasons to sleep

Mar 17, 2020 · 09:42

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Matthew Walker discusses dangers of poor sleep.
Explores links between sleep, Alzheimer's, and mental health.
Highlights sleep's role in memory consolidation.

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