Did You Know Most People Are Sleep Deprived (or Functionally Drunk)? Are You?

Are you sleep deprived—or functionally drunk and don’t even know it? In this episode of The Athlete with Asthma Show, I break down the science, the warning signs, and the hidden causes behind poor sleep quality. The CDC says 1 in 3 adults aren’t getting enough sleep… and I used to be one of them. But not anymore. As an ultra-endurance athlete with asthma, I’ve learned to optimize my sleep the same way I train for a 100K: intentionally and relentlessly. And the truth is, most people are walking around foggy, moody, tired, and making worse decisions—not because of alcohol, but because of their sleep deprivation. You’ll learn: Why being sleep deprived is like being legally drunk (0.05–0.10% BAC levels) How sugar, carbs, and alcohol sabotage your deep sleep and recovery The deadly myth that caffeine helps you power through (spoiler: it wrecks your sleep cycle) Blue light, doomscrolling, cortisol spikes—and how to take back your evenings My personal sleep routine, including gray-scaling my phone, tech-free bedtime, magnesium, chamomile, and more Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s your #1 job if you want to perform, recover, and thrive. If you’re ready to finally feel rested again—and want simple, powerful ways to cut through the noise and reclaim your energy—this episode is for you. ►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide 00:00 – Are You Functionally Drunk From Sleep Deprivation? 01:58 – Sleep Starts with What You Eat (and When) 06:54 – Screen Addiction is Killing Your Sleep Quality 09:02 – One Drink Can Wreck 40% of Your Deep Sleep 12:52 – Why Caffeine is Sabotaging Your Sleep (Even at Noon) 15:18 – How I Plan My Day Around Getting Elite-Level Sleep 24:12 – Natural Sleep Aids to Supercharge Your Sleep 25:16 – Final Thoughts and Free Healthy Living Guide Natural Sleep Aids I Like: Sleepy Time Extra (Celestial Seasonings) - https://amzn.to/3HmDShH Tripe Magnesium Complex (Vital Nutrients) - https://amzn.to/3FDOw39 DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS MY OPINION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE.