Get ready to unlock the secrets to a restful night’s sleep in this exciting episode of Healthy Delicious Lifestyle with Claudine! Join us as we dive deep into the art of slumber with our esteemed guest, sleep consultant Martha Lewis. As a certified sleep expert and functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, Martha delves into the root causes of insomnia, offering invaluable insights to help you overcome your sleep problems once and for all.
This episode is all about taking a holistic approach to health and happiness. We explore the importance of nutrition, exercise, sleep, purpose, and fun in our lives. AND we zoom in on some non-traditional recommendations for improving sleep quality and overall well-being.
Sleeping Chic to Master Slumber
Did you know that incorporating anti-inflammatory foods, like fresh fruits and vegetables, properly prepared grains, and high-quality meat and seafood, can work wonders in reducing inflammation and addressing sleep issues?
We also uncover the fascinating connection between inflammation, cortisol (the stress hormone), and disrupted sleep patterns. By adopting an anti-inflammatory diet, you can reduce inflammation levels in your body, leading to improved sleep and overall well-being.
But that’s not all! We’ll also delve into the relationship between blood sugar and quality sleep. Learn valuable tips and strategies for balancing your blood sugar throughout the day, ensuring a peaceful night’s rest.
And if you’re a wine lover, we’ve got some eye-opening insights for you. Find out why red wine, though it may help you relax initially, can disrupt your sleep in the long run. We’ll guide you on managing stress without relying on alcohol for a better night’s sleep.
Plus, we’ll share powerful hacks for regulating blood sugar, uncover the importance of understanding your metabolic type, and reveal the benefits of testing for underlying health issues that may be causing sleep problems.
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Key Points for Sleeping Chic to Master the Art of Slumber
- Understanding root causes of insomnia
- Effects of toxins and environmental factors on inflammation
- Role of anti-inflammatory foods in improving sleep quality
- Relationship between inflammation, cortisol, and sleep disruption
- Relationship between blood sugar and quality sleep
- Managing stress without relying on alcohol
- Benefits of testing for underlying health issues causing sleep problems
- Addressing hormone balance, liver function, gut health, mineral balance, heavy metals, and neurotransmitters for better sleep
- Hacks to regulate blood sugar and promote digestion and liver function
Quotables
“Eating an anti-inflammatory diet can make a big difference in lowering inflammation in the body, which is important for sleep.” – Martha Lewis
“I like the concept of crowding out, where you eat so much good stuff, you don’t have time to even think about the bag of potato chips in the back of the pantry.” – Claudine Francois
“I think the key is finding out how to manage stress without the wine that’s actually stressing your body even more.” – Martha Lewis
“When the body’s out of whack and it’s in chaos, then certain systems start breaking down. And for some of us, we’re more prone to that affecting our sleep.” – Martha Lewis
“Knowing where to start is a great avenue for people who are having this consistent problem, rather than just popping some more melatonin.” – Claudine Francois
Episode Resources!
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