If you’ve been listening for a while, you know that I’m passionate about the power of a good night’s sleep. Quality sleep can help reduce your risk of chronic illnesses, improve the function of your immune system, protect your brain health, and so much more. And while getting consistent, quality sleep often comes down to habits, nutrition is also a powerful (and often overlooked) tool you can use to regulate your sleep. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn about t...
If you’ve been listening for a while, you know that I’m passionate about the power of a good night’s sleep. Quality sleep can help reduce your risk of chronic illnesses, improve the function of your immune system, protect your brain health, and so much more. And while getting consistent, quality sleep often comes down to habits, nutrition is also a powerful (and often overlooked) tool you can use to regulate your sleep.
On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn about the connection between sleep and your metabolism, and the top nutrients you need to include in your diet to improve your sleep quality. You’ll also hear about the role that your microbiome plays in regulating your sleep, and what you can do to make sure your gut is ready to support high quality rest.
As always, I’m bringing you all of the science and studies you need, plus attainable, actionable practices you can implement in order to make a positive shift toward becoming better rested. I hope this episode inspires you to prioritize your sleep through your dietary choices and arms you with the information you need to succeed. So click play, take good notes, and enjoy!
In this episode you’ll discover:
The science behind how sleep deficiency impacts your body weight. How sleep deprivation impacts insulin resistance. The relationship between sleep, hormones, and fat loss. What cognitive flexibility is, and how a lack of sleep can damage it. How serotonin levels can affect sleep quality. In what parts of the body melatonin is produced. How your microbiome regulates your sleep. Why potassium is crucial for sleep efficiency. A list of high potassium foods, and how to incorporate them into your diet. What you need to know about pesticides in our food supply. How excessive antibiotic use can destroy your gut bacteria. Why your microbiome is like a rainforest. Real food sources of tryptophan, and why you should consume them. How vitamin c can improve your sleep quality. The number one mineral deficiency in the US. How just one alcoholic drink can disrupt your sleep cycles. Two realistic steps you can take to help your body process alcohol faster. The benefits of Epsom salt baths.
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