This podcast episode explores the importance of sleep and its regulation by hormones like cortisol and melatonin. It discusses how stress can affect sleep-wake cycles and highlights the significance of living in tandem with circadian rhythms for optimal sleep. The episode provides practical advice for improving sleep quality, including establishing a regular sleep-wake cycle, creating a sleep-friendly bedroom environment, and balancing insulin and blood sugar levels. It also acknowledges that other factors like food sensitivities, thyroid issues, and toxins can impact sleep and recommends consulting a functional medicine doctor for further evaluation.
