Download the free Wired-at-Night Lab Test Guide that walks you through all four root causes talked about in this episode, the specific functional test that catches each one, and why your standard bloodwork has probably missed it entirely. thesleepdetective.com/wired

In this week’s episode of The Sleep Detective Podcast, I break down what’s actually happening when you feel exhausted but can’t switch off…and why the answer is often not what you expect.

You’ll understand:

Why your body can feel tired and alert at the same time
4 imbalances that are driving that “second wind” at night
The exact lab tests that find these imbalances
And what actually has to change for your system to power down

I also share the story of a client who went from needing medication to fall asleep to finally feeling calm in his body again at night.

If you’ve ever felt like your body and brain just won’t shut off, this episode will likely hit home.

00:00 Wired at Night Intro

01:01 Matt’s Sudden Insomnia

02:31 Cortisol Rhythm Explained

03:44 Hidden Stressors Gut and Toxins

04:58 Neurotransmitters and Racing Mind

07:33 Hormones That Disrupt Sleep

10:42 Mineral Depletion Surprise

13:04 Why Minerals Get Depleted

13:43 Free Lab Test Guide

14:16 Matt’s Results and Recovery