Your Office Is Making You Sick, with Dr. John La Puma

Most of us spend 93 percent of our time indoors, leading to chronic disease, burnout, insomnia, and cognitive decline. Dr. John La Puma explains the biological mechanisms behind this indoor epidemic, including circadian disruption and what he calls 'digital obesity'—too many pixels overworking the brain. The minimum effective dose of outdoor time is just two hours per week in a green or blue space. Practical strategies like 10 minutes of morning light before screen time and understanding light dosage can improve sleep, focus, and well-being. The episode concludes that health and productivity aren't in conflict: better sleep and outdoor exposure make work more effective.