EP5: Let's Talk about Sleep!!

Sleep is one of the most powerful, and most overlooked foundations of good health.   In this episode of The Whole Health Revolution, Rachelle unpacka why sleep impacts everything from energy, mood, hormones, and metabolism to cravings, weight, and long-term health. We explore what’s really happening in the body when sleep is disrupted, including the role of stress hormones, blood sugar instability, and perimenopause-related changes.  I also talk through common (and often missed) sleep disruptors such as sleep apnoea, everyday habits that sabotage deep rest, and why waking at 2–3am is so common. You’ll learn practical, evidence-based strategies to support better sleep, including food choices, evening routines, lifestyle shifts, and supplements that can help calm the nervous system and support hormone balance. If sleep has been a struggle, or you wake feeling tired despite enough hours, this episode will help you understand why, and where to start making meaningful change. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: [email protected]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 35 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Whole Health Revolution(00:01:32) - How to Sleep Better(00:03:41) - What Happens to Sleep When Stress Is a Problem?(00:05:32) - How to sleep during perimenopause (night sweats)(00:08:56) - Sleep Apnea, the hidden sleep disruption(00:17:46) - Sleep aids and magnesium(00:19:34) - How to get more sleep each night