Darkness
For circadian biology and environmental factors
The experts we follow agree on this.
Embracing darkness at the right times supports circadian health and hormone regulation.
Who is behind it
Voices including a molecular biology PhD, a clinical nutritionist and a performance scientist with a psychology PhD.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“I've been like really chilled and happy considering it's the middle of winter and I think part of it is just really honoring and using the darkness properly”
a molecular biology PhD
Appropriate darkness at night signals the brain to produce melatonin, which supports mitochondrial function and mood regulation.
Complete darkness signals the brain to restore and regenerate, promoting deeper sleep stages.
A cold, dark, and quiet environment supports better sleep quality.
A cool, dark, and quiet environment promotes restorative sleep and higher heart rate variability.
With care
Some of the minds attach conditions. These are worth reading before you begin.
Working out in the dark avoids artificial blue light exposure
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How this reading was made
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None of the statements here come with a declared commercial interest. Last refreshed 23 September 2026.
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