Sleep Aids: A to Zzz

Not all sleep aids are created equal. With dozens of options available ranging from natural supplements to prescription medications, finding the solution that will get you to sleep, keep you asleep, and not have unwanted side effects can be a challenge. That's why pharmacist and nutritionist Joey DiMatteo is making it easy by ranking them! He discusses the ones that work, the ones don't, and how to choose based on the particular challenge you're facing. After that, Dante DiMatteo (PharmD) goes over a study directly linking strength in older women to longevity. There are a host of reasons women over 60 should do resistance training, but a 33% reduced risk of mortality has to be one of the best! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN: • Which sleep aids work best. • How to find the root of your sleep disturbance. • Which prescription sleep aids a pharmacist would never take. • When it's time for a sleep study. • What single factor reduces risk of mortality by 33% in women 63+. We love questions. Comment below or email us: [email protected] CONNECT: Products - https://askjoedimatteo.com/youtube Questions - [email protected] Facebook -  https://facebook.com/askjoedimatteo  Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/5n6kfwhs PODCAST: Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/GHShowApple Google Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/GHShowYTM Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3B2v7PmHxLuxFoWOIWko8X?si=7ae14c5e6d1e449a Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/GenerationHealth YouTube Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@GenerationHealthShow YouTube Clips - https://www.youtube.com/@askjoedimatteo Generation Health is a podcast discussing cutting edge research and time tested best practices to help you live better, longer. Joey DiMatteo (PharmD, CCN), & Dante DiMatteo (PharmD) are the second generation in a family dedicated to helping educate listeners so they can make informed decisions about their own health. Incorporating their extensive knowledge in pharmaceuticals, nutrition, exercise, and supplementation, they love sharing their wisdom with anyone looking to improve their life! CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Show Intro 00:40 - How we rank sleep aids 01:32 - Alcohol 02:31 - Anti-psychotics (Seroquel) 03:12 - Over-the-counter options 04:14 - Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata) 05:20 - Benzodiazepine 06:20 - Trazodone 07:31 - Melatonin 09:22 - Supplement Blends 11:31 - Doxepin (low dose) & Ramelteon 12:28 - Dayvigo & Belsomra (orexin receptor antagonist) 13:34 - The only A+ intervention: CBT-I 15:01 - Ranking Recap 15:44 - Takeaway: Find the root problem first. 16:39 - Muscular Strength & Mortality in women 63-99 17:12 - How the study was designed 18:24 - Findings of the study 21:34 - Grip strength is a proxy, not a goal. 23:18 - Takeaway: Exercise is safe & effective 24:54 - Show Outro SHOW NOTES: 1) Muscular Strength & Mortality (Study): • https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2845052 DISCLAIMER:  This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor-patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and the materials linked to this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should NOT disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they have, and they should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.