What role does circadian health play in aging, and how does Dr. Luthar address it?

Your body’s biological clock governs everything from energy to inflammation. Disruptions in circadian rhythm, from poor sleep, late-night eating, or misaligned light exposure, can accelerate aging, worsen metabolic health, and impair cognition.

Dr. Luthar evaluates:

• Sleep quality and timing
• Light exposure habits
• Meal timing
• Shift work history
• Cortisol and melatonin rhythms
• HRV (Heart Rate Variability) and sleep tracking data
• Medical Sleep Disorders

He creates custom protocols to realign your circadian rhythm, which may include:

• Bright light therapy in the morning
• Dim light and screen hygiene in the evening
• Supplements or medications
• Nutrition timing and fasting aligned to chronotype
• Mind-body practices for sleep onset
• Multimodal for Sleep Apnea or other medical sleep disorders

Circadian optimization is a foundational component of his approach to healthy aging, metabolic balance, and mental clarity.