I’ve learned over time (and doing my own research obviously) that sleep is so much more than just getting the 8-9 hours of sleep. While yes, getting lots of sleep is incredibly important, what matters more is staying consistent in when you fall asleep and when you wake up because it helps keep your body’s internal clock (circadian rhythm) synchronized. A healthy circadian rhythm supports better sleep quality, hormone regulation, physical recovery, cognitive performance, and overall health. Pretty neat stuff, even if it’s kind of obvious.
I probably should get sick more often. I’m around hundreds of students and staff all year, and between teaching by day and running a business by night, life stays pretty busy.
For years I thought my hack would be eating a couple of apples every day. Now I’m wondering if it’s something else: maybe lick? Or maybe lime water.
My uncle was a cancer researcher at Ohio State, and I remember him saying it was important to include limes in your diet. This year I started drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day with two limes cut into wedges. I make a bottle before bed, keep it by my nightstand, and make sure it’s the first thing I drink in the morning.
Maybe it's coincidence, but I might have to give some credit to the lime water.