Food 4 Thought

Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 30: The Science of Sleep: A Guide to the Sleep CycleWe spend about a third of our lives sleeping, but what is actually happening during that time? In the first part of a new two-part series, Dark Cancer pulls back the curtain on one of our most mysterious and essential biological functions: Sleep.This episode is a foundational guide to understanding the science behind why we sleep and what our bodies and minds are doing while we're unconscious. The host explains that sleep is not wasted time; it's a critical period for repairing muscles, organizing memories, and regulating essential hormones.This is your guide to the architecture of sleep, including:How Much Sleep Do You Need? A look at the recommended hours for different age groups.The Two Types of Sleep: A clear breakdown of the difference between NREM (Non-Rapid Eye Movement) and REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep.The 3 Stages of NREM Sleep: From the light, transitional first stage to the deep, resto