Show Notes:
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In this episode we discuss:
-Why eating enough of the right nutrients is vital to improving sleep (and which of these nutrients are most important)
-Why avoiding carbs or fats is one of the worst things you can do for your sleep
-The best supplements to help you fall asleep and stay asleep (and which ones to watch out for)
-How eating the right foods before bed and in the morning can improve our sleep
0:00 – intro
1:40 – improving sleep with social interaction and exercise
4:19 – reducing stress and anxiety for better sleep
10:27– the importance of eating enough carbs for sleep
19:14 – the importance of eating enough fat for sleep
22:50 – insomnia is often a lifestyle issue and medication is not the answer
29:10 – ideal bedtime snacks and breakfasts, and why drinking too much water can be worse for sleep
41:38 – supplements and medications to help you fall asleep & stay asleep (and which ones can make your sleep worse)
1:01:08 – recapping the most important things for improving sleep
To see the studies and articles referenced throughout this episode, check out the show notes at
