The Sleep Doctor: Dr. Michael Breus, FAASM

Sleep better tonight! Dr. Melina is joined by Dr. Michael Breus, America's sleep doctor and best-selling author. Dr. Breus opens by calling sleep “the domino of wellness”, asserting that once you optimize your sleep, many other aspects of health fall into line- weight loss, mood, productivity, food cravings and more.   Dr. Melina admits to struggling with sleep herself and Dr. Breus introduces the concept of Chronotypes- the genetically determined biological clock unique to each person. He shares the four Chronotypes and helps Dr. Melina and the listener and discover which applies to them. Once you reveal your Chronotype, we learn steps to take to help get the sleep quality and quantity we need to be at our best each day.   The doctors share practically healthy tips for getting better sleep, common sleep mistakes, chat supplements, CBD and more! Dr. Breus shares his number one tip for better sleep and issues a “sex challenge” with regard to honoring your Chronotype.     A must-listen for anyone looking to optimize your sleep or struggling to get some shut eye. Practically Healthy listeners are invited to visit Chronoquiz.com to take a free test to learn their Chronotype or check out Dr. Breus’ book The Power of When. To learn more about Dr. Breus follow him @thesleepdoctor or check out thesleepdoctor.com.