Sleep is far more than simply resting—it's one of the body's most important healing processes. In this episode, Dr. Mark Stengler explains the science behind healthy sleep, including how the different sleep stages support tissue repair, brain function, metabolism, immunity, and emotional health. He also explores the causes of insomnia and shares practical lifestyle strategies, cognitive behavioral approaches, and natural supplements that may help restore healthy, restorative sleep.

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About the Host:

As a Naturopathic Medical Doctor, Dr. Stengler received training in both conventional medicine and natural alternatives. He has been in private practice for 31 years and has helped tens of thousands with integrative medicine. He was voted 2025 Top Holistic Doctor of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals. Dr. Stengler served on a medical advisory committee for the Yale University Complementary Medicine Outcomes Research Project. Dr. Stengler is the author/co-author of more than 20 books, including his most recent, The Holistic Guide To Gut Health: Discover the Truth About Leaky Gut, Balancing Your Microbiome, and Restoring Whole-Body Health.

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Websites: http://drstengler.com; https://www.markstengler.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMarkStengler

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markstengler/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstengler/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markstengler

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The connection between your gut and your brain is far more powerful than many people realize. In this episode, Dr. Mark Stengler explores the science behind the gut-brain axis and explains how digestive health influences mood, stress resilience, cognitive function, and hormone balance. He discusses the role of the vagus nerve, neurotransmitters, inflammation, and the gut microbiome, while highlighting how supporting digestive health may positively impact everything from anxiety and brain fog to thyroid health and estrogen metabolism.

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About the Host

As a Naturopathic Medical Doctor, Dr. Stengler received training in both conventional medicine and natural alternatives. He has been in private practice for 31 years and has helped tens of thousands with integrative medicine. He was voted 2025 Top Holistic Doctor of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals. Dr. Stengler served on a medical advisory committee for the Yale University Complementary Medicine Outcomes Research Project. Dr. Stengler is the author/co-author of more than 20 books, including his most recent, The Holistic Guide To Gut Health: Discover the Truth About Leaky Gut, Balancing Your Microbiome, and Restoring Whole-Body Health.

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Connect with Dr. Stengler

Websites: drstengler.com | markstengler.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMarkStengler 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markstengler/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markstengler/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markstengler

This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com
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Have you done everything you were told to do, but something still feels off?

Welcome to Health Breakthroughs with Dr. Stengler, where we go beyond symptom management to explore integrative, science-backed approaches to the health issues that conventional medicine too often overlooks.

Hosted by Dr. Mark Stengler, NMD, this podcast is designed for anyone ready for real answers and practical tools to support their health naturally. In this trailer, we introduce our mission to help you tackle the root causes of complex health concerns, including:

• Chronic Fatigue & Brain Fog
• Gut Dysfunction & Inflammation
• Hormone Imbalance & Healthy Aging

If you are ready to reclaim your vitality, make sure to follow Health Breakthroughs with Dr. Stengler on DrTalks or wherever you listen to podcasts!

About the Host:

Dr. Mark Stengler, NMD

Dr. Mark Stengler is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor trained in both conventional medicine and natural alternatives. With 31 years in private practice, he has helped tens of thousands of patients achieve wellness through integrative medicine.

• Top Honors: Voted the 2025 Top Holistic Doctor of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals.
• Academic Contributions: Served on the medical advisory committee for the Yale University Complementary Medicine Outcomes Research Project.
• Author: Author and co-author of over 20 books, including his most recent release, The Holistic Guide To Gut Health: Discover the Truth About Leaky Gut, Balancing Your Microbiome, and Restoring Whole-Body Health.

Connect with Dr. Stengler:

• Websites: drstengler.com | markstengler.com
• YouTube: @DrMarkStengler
• Instagram: @markstengler
• Facebook: Dr. Mark Stengler
• LinkedIn: Mark Stengler

This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com

https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/