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EPISODE · Nov 29, 2025 · 1H 47M

The Surprising Root Cause of the Dreaded 3 A.M. Wake-Up—And the Fix No One Told You About

from The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health

Are you one of those people who wakes up at 3 A.M. and can't fall back asleep? Have you ever wondered if there's a deeper reason behind those late-night wake-ups? In this episode, we explore the shocking link between blood sugar fluctuations and nighttime awakenings. Blood sugar expert Dani Hamilton joins us to shed light on the root cause of these sleep disruptions. Have you ever thought about how your dietary habits could be impacting your sleep? Or how embracing fats might be the key to stable energy levels? We challenge the misconceptions around dietary fat and reveal the essential role it plays in your health. Are you ready to rethink your relationship with food and sleep? What if cold exposure and seasonal nutrition hold the key to your energy balance? Discover how simple lifestyle changes can transform your well-being. From brown adipose tissue to hormonal harmony, this episode is packed with insights to help you thrive! In this episode, we uncover: How blood sugar drops might be the hidden cause of your 3 A.M. wake-ups. Why women in midlife need to look beyond hormones for better sleep solutions. How embracing dietary fats can stabilize your insulin levels and energy. Why seasonal nutrition changes can prevent sleep and metabolic disruptions. How cold exposure can boost thyroid health and energy regulation. Uncover the secrets to better sleep and energy balance. You won't want to miss these expert insights and practical solutions!     Previous episode with Dani Hamilton The Hidden Influence of Sunlight and Circadian Rhythm on Blood Sugar & Metabolism with Danielle Hamilton     Sponsors Head to cozyearth.com and use my code HORMONES for 20% off sitewide! Try Bioptimzers Masszymes and get 15% off with coupon code HORMONE at http://bioptimizers.com/hormoneIf  If you're trying to lose fat without losing muscle, or you just want to feel stronger and recover faster, try KION! Head to getkion.com/hormone and use my link for 20% off your order.     Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada.   Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Individualized Weight Loss Programs  Peptide Therapy for weight loss    Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here.   Join our Women's Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY!   To our nursing audience members, our podcasts qualify for nursing CE @ RNegade.pro. Provide # CEP17654.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

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