Episode 23. Sleep is one of the four pillars of health (the other three are diet, exercise, and stress management).
Learn about how hormones affect the sleep cycle and how these hormones also affect sex hormones, thyroid hormones, and your mental health.
How late is too late to have caffeine? How does alcohol affect sleep quality? Should I exercise in the evening?
I answer these questions and share tangible hacks that you can start tonight for a better night's sleep!
If you are suffering from insomnia or severe fatigue during that is not improving with good sleep hygiene or is severely affecting your daily functioning, please see your PCP. You may have a medical cause like sleep apnea or may benefit from prescription medication.
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