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The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast196: Dr. Valerie Cacho – Integrative Sleep MD & Women’s Sleep Expert | Sleep Apnea in Women: The Overlooked Epidemic You Need to Know AboutValerie Cacho, MD, is an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert. Her interests and expertise include diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion and mindfulness, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and whole living. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med, a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, a sleep health resource for women founded on the belief that a well-rested woman has the energy, clarity, and drive to change the world. SHOWNOTES:😴 What major gaps in care...
2025-02-2034 min
Living Life NaturallyLLN Episode #257: Valerie Cacho - All You Need To Know About Sleep Through Perimenopause And Menopause.About Valerie Cacho, M.D. Valerie Cacho, MD, is an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert. Her interests and expertise include diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion and mindfulness, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and whole living. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med, a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, a sleep health resource for women founded on the belief that a well-rested woman has the energy, clarity, and drive to change the world.
2024-11-1330 min
The Good Life with Michele LamoureuxHow to Get Optimal Sleep in Midlife with Dr. Valerie CachoSleep is the foundation for a good life. When you get optimal sleep you feel grounded, make better decisions, feel energetic, make healthier food choices, and simply feel better. Around 50% of midlife women find that obtaining quality sleep is challenging during perimenopause and perimenopause, which is why Dr. Val is back on the show to help us navigate all things sleep! Dr. Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine specialist (MD), wellness consultant, and writer. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders during perimenopause and menopause, women’s sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clin...
2024-10-3058 min
The Power of Peacefulness and Stress ReliefSleep the Ultimate Stress Relief With Dr. Valerie CachoSend us a text In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Valerie Cacho, a renowned sleep specialist. She will discuss common sleep problems, their causes, and practical solutions for those struggling with sleep issues. Dr. Cacho shares her personal inspiration, rooted in her father's experience as an interventional cardiologist who often worked without adequate rest. She explains how her passion for preventive health and lifestyle medicine, combined with the profound impact of s...
2024-09-0318 minThe Good Life with Michele LamoureuxDr. Valerie Cacho: Sleep Expert on What Women Need to Understand About Sleep + Health in MidlifeDr. Valerie Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine specialist (MD), wellness consultant, and writer. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders during perimenopause and menopause, women’s sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and wellness. This is a fascinating conversation. The show notes can be found at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/244-2/ * This is a podcast interview and not intended to be medical advice. Please consult with your trusted healthcare professional for your health-related questions. WHAT YOU’LL HEAR: Dr. Val explains what integr...
2024-07-1749 min
Sleep Apnea Stories143 - Live from SLEEP 2024Emma co-hosted an event called "Rise, Shine and Share" in Houston, Texas to bring together a group of great sleep people in one place.
My co-hosts:
Mollie Eastman
https://www.sleepisaskill.com
Teresa Palmer
https://www.sleepbetter.nyc
Featured in this episode:
Nathan Blamick
https://www.4thquarterfocus.com/
Dr. Allison Kole:
https://www.askthesleepmd.com/
Dr...
2024-06-0531 min
Deep into SleepEp190: Understanding Women's Sleep: Culture, Self-Care, and Mind-Body Practices for Better Rest with Dr. Valerie CachoIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Valerie Cacho, an expert in women's sleep health. We'll talk about the significance of understanding cultural context and providing patients with permission to adjust their sleep patterns based on biological factors. They also discuss the effectiveness of mind-body practices, traditional Chinese medicine, and clinical hypnotherapy in improving sleep quality and reducing stress. Dr. Cacho sheds light on the unique sleep challenges faced by women, including the myths surrounding women's sleep and the underdiagnosis of sleep apnea. Get valuable insights for women seeking to improve their sleep health, highlighting the importance of...
2024-05-1642 minDeep into SleepEp190: Understanding Women's Sleep: Culture, Self-Care, and Mind-Body Practices for Better Rest with Dr. Valerie CachoIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Valerie Cacho, an expert in women's sleep health. We'll talk about the significance of understanding cultural context and providing patients with permission to adjust their sleep patterns based on biological factors. They also discuss the effectiveness of mind-body practices, traditional Chinese medicine, and clinical hypnotherapy in improving sleep quality and reducing stress. Dr. Cacho sheds light on the unique sleep challenges faced by women, including the myths surrounding women's sleep and the underdiagnosis of sleep apnea. Get valuable insights for women seeking to improve their sleep health, highlighting the importance of...
2024-05-1642 min
Voices of Women PhysiciansEp 94: Holistic Ways to Help You Sleep Better During Menopause with Dr. Valerie Cacho Part 2Valerie Cacho, MD, is an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert. Her interests and expertise include diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion and mindfulness, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and whole living. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med, a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, a sleep health resource for women founded on the belief that a well-rested woman has the energy, clarity, and drive to change the world.Some of the topics we discussed were:...
2024-04-2015 minVoices of Women PhysiciansEp 93: Holistic Ways to Help You Sleep Better During Menopause with Dr. Valerie Cacho Part 1Valerie Cacho, MD, is an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert. Her interests and expertise include diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion and mindfulness, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and whole living. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med, a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, a sleep health resource for women founded on the belief that a well-rested woman has the energy, clarity, and drive to change the world.Some of the topics we discussed were:...
2024-04-0915 min
Fit + Fueled Life PodcastEp219: Holistic Strategies for Better Sleep in Perimenopause with Valerie Cacho, MDIn this episode, Tina chats with Valerie Cacho, MD about sleep health for women in perimenopause. As an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert, Dr. Cacho discusses the reasons behind sleep issues and explains the role hormones play in women’s sleep patterns. She also provides actionable nutrition advice to improve sleep as well as supplements to consider.
Dr. Valerie Cacho talks about:
- Why sleep issues are more common in perimenopause
- How hormones play a role in sleep patterns
- How to deal with hot flashes and night sweats
- Symptoms of undiagnosed sleep apnea
- Wh...
2024-03-2639 min
MindBodySpaceSleep Makes Everything Better: Prioritizing Sleep, Signs Of Sleep Issues, And Practical Tips To Improve Sleep Quality With Founder Of Sleephoria, Valerie Cacho M.D.I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Valerie Cacho, an integrative sleep physician and women's sleep expert.
Listen for insights on how to prioritize sleep, recognizing signs of sleep issues like snoring, and practical tips to improve sleep quality.
Dr. Cacho Has been featured in SELF, POPSUGAR, Wall street journal, MINDBODYGREEN, and more.
"Snoring is certainly not normal. It can be associated with high blood pressure, can be associated with metabolic syndrome, actually disruption to the endothelial lining." (00:23:10) Dr. Cacho
Find out more about Dr. Cacho : SLEEPHORIA.COM
2024-02-1644 min
SleepTech TalkEpisode 66- Sleep in Hawaii!Aloha, everyone! In the cold of the winter, join us as we meet Dr Valerie Cacho in the beautiful state of Hawaii!
Dr Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine practitioner and the founder of https://www.sleeplifemed.com/ . Listen as she talks about providing a holistic approach to sleep medicine and sleep health among women.
You can find Dr Valerie Cacho on LinkedIn and her practice on https://www.sleeplifemed.com/ . She has additional free resources on women's health o https://sleephoria.com/. Mahalo!
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2023-12-1134 min
The FAM Podcast with Mark KinsleyThe Rx For Women's Sleep Success with Dr. Valerie Cacho (Plus, a Peek at Clinical Hypnotherapy)Sleep doesn't have to be elusive - a women's sleep expert reveals ways to help you get the best night's rest ever!
In this episode, Dr. Valerie Cacho joins Kinsley to discuss clinical hypnotherapy, the importance of sleep hygiene and signs of sleep apnea in women! Dr. Val is an integrative sleep medicine physician and women's sleep expert who founded Sleephoria to help midlife women struggling with sleep and provides a holistic approach to improving sleep.
Key Takeaways:
1) Clinical hypnotherapy retrains the brain for relaxation and sleep by accessing the subconscious mind. Dr. Val describes using positive visualization and...
2023-11-0631 min
Beyond The Paper Gown PodcastEmpowering Women for Better Sleep
In this episode, Dr. Krockover sits down with renowned sleep specialist, Dr. Valerie Cacho, MD, who is also an integrative sleep expert and CEO of Sleephoria platform. They explore the critical importance of quality sleep, especially for women. Together, they cover a wide range of sleep-related topics, from the impact of geography on sleep patterns to often overlooked signs of obstructive sleep apnea in women. Discover practical strategies for better sleep, delve into the effectiveness of supplements and gadgets, and embark on a journey towards restful, rejuvenating sleep. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on "Beyond the Paper Gown."
2023-09-2346 min
Curate Your Health with Dr Heather HammerstedtEpisode 222: Tips to be Well RestedEpisode 222 of my Curate Your Health Podcast is out! Link below. Dr. Valerie Cacho is here to discuss how to get a better night’s sleep. As we get older, we have less REM and less deep sleep and more light sleep. We need all 4 stages of sleep and if you are not sleeping well, your mood can be affected. She recommends reserving the last hour of your day for yourself to slow your brain waves so you can sleep better. She suggests slowing your breath, meditation, taking a bath, listening to music, or...
2023-09-1224 min
Dr. Brooke ShowDr Brooke Show #347 Get Better Sleep with Dr. Valerie Cacho Integrative MD and Sleep SpecialistI often say if you can’t fix sleep problems, you can’t fix any hormone problems. Sleep comes up in a lot of my podcast episodes for that reason! However on this episode I’m joined by Dr. Valerie Cacho to talk about several things I have covered less often on the show including sleep studies, sleep apnea and other medical issues that can impact our sleep. We touch on various types of sleep studies as well so you can know if you’re really being evaluated the way you need to for your unique sleep issues.
2023-07-2954 min
While you wait...Why is sleep important? with Dr. Valerie CachoMost of underestimate the importance of sleep. Sleep can dramatically impact how our bodies work. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Valerie Cacho, a physician who is triple boarded in internal, sleep, and integrative medicine. She is passionate about helping her patients achieve optimal sleep health. She is also the founder of Sleephoria, an online company promoting optimal sleep habits for women. She is also a speaker, writer, and sleep wellness consultant as well as the first sleep guide for AthletaWell.Join us as we talk about how we become a nation of bad sleep...
2023-07-2429 min
Reshape Your Health with Dr. Morgan Nolte192. How to Sleep Better - Part 2 With Valerie Cacho, MDHave a question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a text!In Part 2 of our How To Sleep Better Series with Valerie Cacho, MD, we discuss practical things you can do to sleep better including mindfulness practices, meditations, breathing techniques, journal prompts, and more. Valerie Cacho, MD, is an integrative sleep medicine specialist. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders, women's sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and wellness. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med...
2023-07-0534 min
Kellums & Grossi PodcastUnlocking the Secrets of Sleep Health for Women with Dr. Valerie Cacho: Overcoming Sleep Deprivation and Achieving Restorative RestAre you struggling to get a good night's sleep? Join us as we welcome Dr. Valerie Cacho, an integrative sleep medicine doctor, to uncover the secrets of sleep health for women. Through her personal experience with sleep issues, Dr. Valerie provides valuable insights on the science of sleep, underlying sleep conditions, and how to harness stress to improve your rest.Discover the critical role sleep and rest play in maintaining our overall health and well-being. We dive into the consequences of sleep deprivation, the connection between mindset and sleep quality, and the importance of a holistic approach...
2023-06-2145 minReshape Your Health with Dr. Morgan Nolte190. How to Sleep Better - Part 1 With Valerie Cacho, MDHave a question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a text!Anyone who has struggled with insomnia, difficulty falling asleep, trouble staying asleep, or waking up too early knows how a bad night of sleep can make everything harder. Good sleep is essential for good physical, mental, and emotional health. One of the biggest barriers to losing weight in midlife and after menopause is poor sleep. Chronically bad sleep raises cortisol, which raises glucose, which raises insulin. This drives fat storage, not fat burning. In light of this, we...
2023-06-2151 min
The Body ShowThe Body Show: The Importance Of SleepGetting good sleep helps you to live a more energetic life and can improve your medical health! Dr. Valerie Cacho is on the show sharing how much sleep we really need, how to know if it’s happening, and the latest in the testing and treatment for sleep apnea. www.sleeplifemed.com
2023-06-0629 min
Its HERTIME with Cody SandersHot Flashes, Waking up to Urinate, Insomnia – Sound Familiar? with Dr. Valerie Cacho EP196Send us a textDo your fluctuating hormones have you staring at your bedroom ceiling instead of getting a good night’s sleep? The National Sleep Foundation reports nearly half of women in midlife say they have trouble sleeping. Poor sleep quality affects many areas of your life—your daytime alertness, mental sharpness, irritability, mood swings, and interest in sex. And it makes you more susceptible to chronic diseases and weight gain.On today's episode, Cody has invited Dr. Valerie Cacho to share her expertise with us. Her expertise includes: diagnosing and treating medical sleep diso...
2023-06-0643 min
Women Talking FranklyEp 34: How Hormones Hijack Your Sleep in Perimenopause and MenopauseDr. Valerie Cacho is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med, a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders during perimenopause and menopause, women's sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and wellness. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, an online educational and sleep wellness company for women.
IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
Hot flashes, restless leg syndrome, waking up to pee, insomnia – does this sound familiar?
How do aging and menopause affect your sleep...
2023-05-1655 min
Sleep is My Waking PassionTop 5 Functional Foods for Sleep with Dr. Val CachoInternal Medicine and Sleep Specialist Dr. Valerie Cacho and I discuss sleep and it's effect on our food choices and weight, and she provides her top 5 sleep-promoting foods.
2023-05-1029 minThe Good Life with Michele LamoureuxDr. Valerie Cacho: Sleep Expert on What Women Need to Understand About Sleep + Health in MidlifeDr. Valerie Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine specialist (MD), wellness consultant, and writer. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders during perimenopause and menopause, women’s sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and wellness. This is a fascinating conversation. The show notes can be found at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/244 WHAT YOU’LL HEAR: Dr. Val explains what integrative health is and how she uses it help her patients. She walks us through the sleep cycles. Each lasts about 90 minutes and happens 4-6 times...
2023-03-2949 min
Mastering MenopauseDr. Valerie Cacho on Sleep Disorders for Women in MenopauseDr. Valerie Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine specialist (MD), wellness consultant, and writer. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders during perimenopause and menopause, women's sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and wellness. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life Med a tele-sleep practice in Hawaii and California. Additionally, Dr. Cacho is the CEO of Sleephoria, an online educational and sleep wellness company for women. Links: Sleephoria Website Check out Valerie's free checklist on questions to ask the doctor i...
2023-03-1943 min
The Everyday Style SchoolBetter Sleep with Dr. ValDid you know that more than a third of women aren’t getting enough sleep? Are you one of them? If you depend on multiple cups of coffee to get going in the morning, or experience an afternoon energy slump, you’re going to want to listen to this one! Sleep is vital to everything from our mood, our memory, even our health, so this week, I’ve invited Sleephoria founder Dr Valerie Cacho on the show to share why sleep is so important, and what we can do to get more (and better) sleep. For fu...
2023-02-1652 min
Inflamed Sisters ThrivingEp. 15: Could poor sleep quality be putting you at risk for chronic illness?There is more to healing than just medicine. One of our bodies natural healing sources is through sleep. When you get enough sleep, your immune system is happy. With better sleep quality your threshold for pain goes up. In this episode, Dr. Valerie Cacho explains her journey into Integrative Sleep Medicine. She also shares how her mother's advice influenced her views on the connectivity of the mind, body and soul. Guest Bio: Dr. Valerie Cacho is a board-certified integrative sleep medicine physician. She is passionate about inspiring her patients to obtain optimal sleep health and wellness through integrative, holistic...
2022-10-1940 min
Sky Women's HealthEpisode 93: Menopause and SleepIs sleep the same no matter what point in your life you are in? Absolutely NOT!
Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, as she talks with Dr. Valerie Cacho, who is triple board certified in internal, sleep, and integrative medicine. She is an expert integrative sleep medicine physician and a perimenopausal sleep coach. Every woman goes through menopause at some point.
Dr. Cacho's mission is to end exhaustion for women in and around menopause to get better sleep.
Dr. Cacho is passionate about inspiring her patients to obtain optimal sleep health and wellness through integr...
2022-08-2430 min
HealthiHer#47 - Best Practices to Improve Your Sleep During Perimenopause with Dr. Valerie CachoUnlocking Better Sleep during Perimenopause: A Vital Foundation for Your Health
Discovering the key to improving sleep after perimenopause is crucial, as sleep forms the cornerstone of your overall well-being. Battling the negative impacts of poor sleep is challenging, but understanding the reasons behind your sleep struggles is the first step towards finding effective solutions.
Women, unfortunately, face a myriad of disturbances during perimenopause that significantly hinder their ability to enjoy restful nights. These disturbances not only affect sleep but also have a profound impact on overall wellness and quality of life.
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2022-07-1144 min
Health By Heather Hirsch126. Loving your body to sleep, with Dr. Valerie CachoLoving your body to sleep, with Dr. Valerie Cacho // Establishing and maintaining a good sleep practice is essential to health, especially as women go through the menopause transition. Met Dr. Cacho, a sleep medicine expert and coach who drops some incredible pearls on how to prioritize and love your body to sleep.
Dr. Cacho on Instrgram: https://www.instagram.com/drvalsleepgal/
Dr. Cacho's website: https://www.sleephoria.health/
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2022-06-1539 min
The Sleep Whisperer Podcast081 - Peri Menopause & Sleep Dr Valerie CachoDr. Cacho is a board certified internal medicine and sleep medicine physician. She is passionate about inspiring her patients to obtain optimal sleep health and wellness through integrative, holistic and lifestyle medicine approaches. Dr. Cacho attended medical school at Loma Linda University in Southern California, trained in internal medicine at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena and completed a sleep fellowship at the Cedar Sinai Medical program based in Los Angeles. She completed an additional fellowship in integrative medicine founded by Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona. Dr. Cacho co-edited a book entitled, Integrative Sleep Medicine, that is part...
2021-10-123h 28
The Sleep Whisperer Podcast081 - Peri Menopause & Sleep Dr Valerie CachoDr. Cacho is a board certified internal medicine and sleep medicine physician. She is passionate about inspiring her patients to obtain optimal sleep health and wellness through integrative, holistic and lifestyle medicine approaches. Dr. Cacho attended medical school at Loma Linda University in Southern California, trained in internal medicine at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena and completed a sleep fellowship at the Cedar Sinai Medical program based in Los Angeles. She completed an additional fellowship in integrative medicine founded by Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona. Dr. Cacho co-edited a book entitled, Integrative Sleep Medicine, that is part...
2021-10-1239 min
WISH Well Podcast: Women's Integrative Summit on Health & Wellness76 - Sleep as Holistic and Patient Centered with Dr. Valerie CachoThis week's episode features a topic we know is so important yet we hardly ever discuss: sleep! I am excited to bring to you Dr. Valerie Cacho, aka Dr. Val on the podcast this week. She is a board certified internal medicine and sleep medicine physician. We chat about how she got into the field of sleep medicine to become a sleep expert. She discusses the high prevalence of insomnia and we chat about sleep hygiene and what it exactly means. Her advice to others to take the time to be still. You don't want to miss this episode!
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2021-06-2429 min