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Could your late-night cravings really be a cry for water, not food? Join me, Roger Sutherland, as I unravel the mystery of why dehydration might be masquerading as hunger, especially for those of us navigating the unpredictable world of shift work. This bonus episode is all about understanding the signals our bodies send, which can often get tangled up when we're juggling odd hours and disrupted routines. We'll explore how the brain's hypothalamus might confuse thirst for hunger due to overlapping symptoms like fatigue and stomach growling. By tuning into this episode, you'll gain valuable tools to discern whether it's really hunger or just a need for hydration.

Equip yourself with practical strategies to tackle this common challenge, improve your energy levels, and minimise unnecessary snacking that often leads to unwanted weight gain. As a certified Nutritionist and seasoned shift worker, my mission is to empower you with evidence-based insights that transform the way you manage your health amidst the demands of shift work. Together, we'll illuminate the vital role hydration plays in maintaining not just survival, but thriving in both your personal and professional life. This episode is essential listening for anyone eager to optimise their health while navigating the rigors of around-the-clock schedules.

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Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.

After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.

Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capability

Website: https://ahealthyshift.com.au

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherland

Instagram: @a_healthy_shift

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Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional.  Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death.

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