Sleep is an essential human function that affects every aspect of your health and well-being. Whether it’s your mental health, metabolism, or risk of disease, getting better quality sleep can make a positive impact. Today, you’re going to learn about the critical role of sleep for your health and how to improve your sleep quality.

Dr. Michael Breus, also widely known as “The Sleep Doctor,” is a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist. In his newest book, Sleep Drink Breathe, Dr. Breus shares the most recent science on how sleep, hydration, and breathing can transform your health. Today, he’s back on The Model Health Show for an in-depth conversation on the transformative power of sleep.

You’re going to learn about how sleep-deprivation impairs your metabolism, the different sleep chronotypes and how they behave, and what you can learn from your dreams. We’re also diving into the topics of mouth tape, supplementation for better sleep, and the best ways to deal with snoring. Dr. Michael Breus is an absolute expert when it comes to optimizing your sleep, and I know you’re going to love this conversation.

In this episode you’ll discover:

What happens to your metabolism when you’re sleep deprived. (4:06)
How your hunger hormones respond to sleep deprivation. (4:34)
What sleep quality is and how to measure it. (8:44)
The different sleep chronotypes. (9:52)
What percentage of the population has chronic insomnia. (13:33)
Different things you can learn about yourself by understanding your chronotype. (15:15)
How your circadian rhythm can shift as you age. (22:16)
The problem with Daylight Saving Time. (23:38)
What you need to know about mouth taping. (28:51)
Strategies for calming your mind so you can fall asleep. (34:49)
Why your dreams are your emotional metabolism. (39:32)
What causes one of the most common dreams. (43:33)
Supplements for better sleep quality. (52:37)
The truth about taking melatonin for sleep. (57:03)
Solutions for snoring. (1:01:16)

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