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#1062 You’re Sabotaging Fat Loss in Your Sleep – The #1 Metabolic Mistake Revealed with Dr. Michael Breus


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What if the secret to unlocking fat loss, focus, and energy wasn’t another supplement—but better sleep?

In this episode of The Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with the legendary Dr. Michael Breus—better known as “America’s Sleep Doctor”—to uncover the truth about how sleep could be the missing link in your fat loss and metabolic health journey.

Forget generic advice. Dr. Breus shares science-backed, real-world strategies you can start using tonight—like timing your caffeine, optimizing your sleep stages, staying hydrated the right way, and his surprisingly simple banana tea recipe that helps you fall asleep faster.

They also explore how something as unexpected as practicing gratitude can actually improve your sleep quality.

Whether you’re struggling to lose weight, waking up exhausted, or just want to feel better every day—this conversation will shift how you think about sleep forever.

🔥 Key Topics Discussed:

  • The critical role of sleep in metabolism and fat loss.
  • The impact of sleep deprivation on energy levels and overall health.
  • Hormonal changes due to lack of sleep, including effects on ghrelin and leptin.
  • The relationship between sleep quality and cravings for unhealthy foods.
  • The significance of different sleep stages (non-REM and REM) for physical and mental restoration.
  • The dangers of sleep medications like Ambien and their effects on sleep quality.
  • The importance of hydration and its influence on sleep and metabolic health.
  • Practical strategies for improving sleep quality, including timing of caffeine and alcohol consumption.
  • The benefits of gratitude practices for enhancing sleep and reducing stress.
  • The role of breathing techniques in promoting relaxation and metabolic flexibility.
  • 🔗 Links and Resources:

    🐦 Twitter / X - @TheSleepDoctor

    📸 Instagram - @drmichaelbreus | @thesleepdoctor 

    Sleep Drink Breathe: Simple Daily Habits for Profound Long-Term Health : https://amzn.to/4kWFywq

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    Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/product/rings/oura-ring-4/silver?utm_medium=iac_raf 

    🎁 Bonus: Grab Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom + free course:http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com

    📍 Check Ben’s speaking tour & meet him live:http://www.benazadi.com/events

    🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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