The Dr. Jules Plant-Based Podcast

The Science of Sleep & How Hormones Shape Your Health


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Your life literally depends on sleep, and in this eye-opening exploration of sleep science, we reveal why this nighttime process might be the most undervalued health tool in your arsenal.

Sleep isn't merely a passive state where your body shuts down. It's an intricately choreographed series of stages, each with distinct physiological purposes that keep your body and mind functioning optimally. 

We journey through the four sleep stages that make up each 60-90 minute cycle, from light sleep transitions to the deep restorative phases where physical healing happens, and finally to REM sleep where emotional processing and memory consolidation occur.

Behind this complex sleep architecture lies a fascinating hormonal dance. Adenosine builds up throughout your day creating "sleep pressure," while melatonin responds to darkness to signal bedtime. Cortisol prepares you for morning alertness, and insulin regulation depends on quality sleep. When this delicate system gets disrupted, the consequences are far more serious than just feeling tired - a single night of poor sleep can reduce immune function by 70%, temporarily induce pre-diabetic conditions, and accelerate aging biomarkers.

For those struggling with sleep, I’ll offer practical, evidence-based strategies you can implement tonight: creating a wind-down routine, limiting blue light exposure, establishing consistent sleep-wake times, optimizing bedroom temperature, and more. The science is clear, prioritizing sleep isn't self-indulgent; it's essential maintenance for your body and brain. Better brain function, stronger immunity, stable mood, and even weight management all depend on those precious hours of rest. 

Ready to transform your health? Start with better sleep.

Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.

You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shop

Don't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog

You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQ

Check out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/

Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accounts
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Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!
Thanks so much!

Peace, love, plants!
Dr. Jules

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