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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 16 MIN

250: Why You're Wired at Night Even Though You're Exhausted (And How to Fix It)

from The Sleep Detective podcast: why you can't sleep and how to fix it · host Martha Lewis

Download the free Wired-at-Night Lab Test Guide that walks you through all four root causes talked about in this episode, the specific functional test that catches each one, and why your standard bloodwork has probably missed it entirely.  thesleepdetective.com/wiredIn this week’s episode of The Sleep Detective Podcast, I break down what’s actually happening when you feel exhausted but can’t switch off…and why the answer is often not what you expect.You’ll understand:Why your body can feel tired and alert at the same time4 imbalances that are driving that “second wind” at nightThe exact lab tests that find these imbalancesAnd what actually has to change for your system to power downI also share the story of a client who went from needing medication to fall asleep to finally feeling calm in his body again at night.If you’ve ever felt like your body and brain just won’t shut off, this episode will likely hit home.00:00 Wired at Night Intro01:01 Matt’s Sudden Insomnia02:31 Cortisol Rhythm Explained03:44 Hidden Stressors Gut and Toxins04:58 Neurotransmitters and Racing Mind07:33 Hormones That Disrupt Sleep10:42 Mineral Depletion Surprise13:04 Why Minerals Get Depleted13:43 Free Lab Test Guide14:16 Matt’s Results and Recovery

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