The Science of Better Sleep — How to Sleep Smarter and Live Healthier (Ep. 42)

In this sleep-deprived world, it’s time to stop glorifying burnout and start prioritizing rest. In this episode of The Med Edit Podcast, Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell dive deep into one of the most powerful (and underrated) pillars of health: sleep. We’re breaking down: Why your brain can’t just “adjust” to 4 hours of sleep How deep sleep restores your body and boosts longevity What actually works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to melatonin, magnesium, and OTC sleep aids Non-medication strategies like CBT-I, cognitive shuffling, and tech tools to improve your sleep routine Sleep myths, insomnia tips, and red flags like restless legs, sleep apnea, and nighttime urination Whether you’re a busy parent, night shift worker, or someone tired of waking up exhausted, this episode is packed with science-backed tools to help you finally get quality rest — no sleeping pills required. Plus: Our favorite sleep apps, meditations, and routines that actually work. Resources Mentioned CBT-I Coach App Headspace + Insight Timer Book: Why We Sleep by Dr. Matthew Walker Mayo Clinic + Cleveland Clinic sleep resources The Sleep Foundation (sleepfoundation.org) Connect with Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell: https://themededitpodcast.com/ Instagram: @TheMedEditPodcast: https://www.instagram.com/themededitpodcast/ Facebook: The Med Edit Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/themededitpodcast/ LinkedIn: The Med Edit Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themededitpodcast/ LinkedIn: Dr. Jessica Gray: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Jessica-gray-md/ LinkedIn: Dr. Cari Sorrell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cari-sorrell-42545a7b/ Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center: Continuing Medical Education Credit: https://cmetracker.net/TTUHSC/Publisher?page=pubOpen&nc=7120399723#/myPortal In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and The Med Edit Podcast. Texas Tech University Health Science Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.