[263] - Shift Work & Your Health The Risks You Can't Ignore (And The Solutions You Need)

Text me what you thought of the show 😊In this episode of A Healthy Shift, I break down the long-term health risks of shift work — and more importantly, how to reduce your risk and protect your body over time.As a certified nutritionist and former law enforcement officer, I’ve lived the shift work life and seen the toll it can take. But I also know the power of proactive strategies when it comes to sleep, nutrition, movement, and recovery.Here’s what I cover in this episode:How shift work disrupts your circadian rhythm — and why that mattersWhat the World Health Organization says about shift work and cancer riskThe increased risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, obesity, GI issues, and immune dysfunctionWhy these risks are serious — but not inevitable with the right toolsHow to get 7–9 hours of quality sleep even with an unpredictable rosterSmart nutrition habits for shift workers (meal timing, hydration, food quality)Movement and strength routines that fit your schedule Stress and social health — the underrated pillars of shift worker wellnessHow to be the CEO of your own health with regular checkups and symptom trackingIf this episode helped you, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow shift worker who needs it.Want to go deeper or work with me directly? Visit ahealthyshift.com to learn more.Support the show----------------------------Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capabilityWebsite: https://ahealthyshift.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherlandInstagram: @a_healthy_shift___________________Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional.  Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death._______________________