Pillow Talk: Simple Ways to Start Getting Better Sleep | Ep. 90

Send us Fan MailWe uncover the critical connections between sleep deprivation and hormone imbalances, revealing why inadequate rest might be sabotaging your health. Through practical guidance on optimizing your sleep environment and habits, we provide actionable steps to improve your hormonal balance and overall wellbeing.• Cortisol and melatonin work in opposition—when cortisol is high, melatonin is low and vice versa• Morning sunlight exposure helps regulate your circadian rhythm and signals proper hormone production• Caffeine blocks adenosine receptors, temporarily masking sleep pressure but potentially disrupting sleep quality• Poor sleep affects hunger hormones (leptin and ghrelin), increasing appetite and decreasing satiation• Sleep requirements may increase during luteal phase and menstruation due to progesterone's effects• Consider limiting food intake 3-4 hours before bedtime to prevent blood sugar crashes during sleep• Simple interventions like reducing blue light exposure, lowering bedroom temperature, and using an eye mask can significantly improve sleep qualitySupport the showInstagram | imhormonal.com | www.imhormonal.com/book-a-call/