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Apr 16, 2026 21 min

[367] - Save Money - Do This For Free

from A Healthy Shift | The Shift Work Podcast Hosted by Roger Sutherland | Veteran Shift Worker | Coach | Nutritionist | Breathwork Facilitator | Keynote Speaker

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Are supplements actually helping… or just wasting your money? Shift work destroys sleep, energy, and metabolism. And when you’re exhausted, it’s easy to look for a quick fix. But here’s the truth: If your foundations are broken, supplements won’t save you. In this episode, I break down the 8 fundamentals every shift worker needs first from light exposure and sleep, to movement, nutrition, meal timing, social connection, and time in nature. Only after that do we talk supplements. And honestly? There are just 3 worth considering for most people: vitamin D, omega-3s, and creatine. 🎧 If you want a simple structure for better energy and sleep, grab the free Circadian Fast eBook at ahealthyshift.com Follow, share with a mate on shift, and leave a review to help more shift workers find the show. 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-capability Website: https://ahealthyshift.com.au LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherland Instagram: @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. _______________________

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Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Are supplements actually helping… or just wasting your money? Shift work destroys sleep, energy, and metabolism. And when you’re exhausted, it’s easy to look for a quick fix. But here’s the truth: If your foundations are broken, supplements won’t save you. In this episode, I break down the 8 fundamentals every shift worker needs first from light exposure and sleep, to movement, nutrition, meal timing, social connection, and time in nature. Only aft...

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Chapters

  1. 1:41 A Reality Check On Engagement
  2. 4:41 Supplements Are Not The Foundation
  3. 6:16 Light Diet And Circadian Reset
  4. 8:49 True Darkness For Deep Sleep
  5. 11:31 Movement As A Daily Anchor
  6. 13:06 Muscle As Your Metabolic Engine
  7. 15:04 Whole Foods Beat Takeaway Habits
  8. 16:39 Circadian Fasting And Hunger Control
  9. 18:06 Social Connection To Lower Stress
  10. 20:02 Nature Time For Nervous System Calm
  11. 21:10 Eight Basics Before Any Supplement

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