Summary:
Are you having trouble sleeping? In this week’s episode of Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle and Dr. K discuss the importance of sleep, how to improve sleep quality, and what to do if you have trouble sleeping. They cover various topics, including sleep environment, optimal sleep times, and addressing sleep issues. Their advice ranges from simple adjustments in routine to deeper physiological concerns.
Key Takeaways:
- Sleep Issues: Here are the types of sleep problems you might have: difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up early. Often, these issues are caused by a poor sleep environment and routines rather than actual sleep disorders.
- Pre-Bed Routine: Reduce stress and stimulation an hour before bed by avoiding screens and blue light; consider using blue light-blocking glasses. Engage in relaxing activities, dim lights, and avoid arguments or work to signal your body it's time to wind down.
- Sleep Environment: Ensure your bedroom is dark, cool, and quiet. Use blackout curtains, eliminate electronic lights, and keep the room between 66-69°F. Consider a temperature-controlled mattress for optimal comfort.
- Eating Habits: Avoid eating large meals or high-carb foods right before bed. Ideally, finish your last meal 3-4 hours before bedtime, focusing on high-protein, moderate-fat meals to stabilize blood sugar levels through the night.
- Consistent Schedule: Maintain a regular sleep schedule by going to bed and waking up at the same time every day. Aim to spend 8-8.5 hours in bed to ensure you get around 7-8 hours of actual sleep.
- Supplements: Melatonin, L-theanine, 5-HTP, and chamomile can aid in better sleep. Opt for sprays or melt-away tablets to avoid consuming excess liquids before bed. High doses of melatonin are unnecessary; start with small doses.
- Advanced Issues: If you continue to experience sleep problems, it may indicate deeper issues like adrenal fatigue or toxicities. Consult healthcare professionals if basic adjustments don’t resolve your sleep difficulties.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:08 Understanding Your Sleep Issues
02:59 Nutrition’s Role in Sleep Quality
04:27 Crafting the Perfect Bedtime Routine
07:30 The Power of a Regular Sleep Schedule
08:59 Transforming Your Sleep Environment
12:47 Boosting Sleep with Supplements
15:54 Addressing Deeper Sleep Concerns
16:57 Wrap-Up
Sponsors:
This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.
Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/
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People:
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