Ep. 45 Do you drink caffeine to wake up during afternoon slumps? If the answer is yes - this episode is definitely for you!

In this eye-opening episode of The Doze Podcast, your host and sleep coach, Soda Kuczkowski uncovers the hidden ways caffeine can sabotage your sleep. Discover how your daily coffee habit might be keeping you awake longer than you think, and learn the surprising remedy that could help you sleep better—even after that late-afternoon pick-me-up. Whether you’re a coffee lover or just trying to improve your sleep, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you find the perfect balance between your caffeine fix and a good night's rest. Don’t miss out on the sleep-saving hacks you need to know!

What's Inside?

Caffeine and Adenosine Interaction: Caffeine blocks adenosine, a brain chemical that promotes sleepiness, which can delay falling asleep and reduce sleep quality.

Variable Sensitivity: Individuals' sensitivity to caffeine varies, influencing how it affects their sleep patterns.

Natural Remedies: Broccoli and cruciferous vegetables support the liver in processing and clearing caffeine from the body.

Additional Supplements: Milk thistle, vitamin B, and magnesium can aid in detoxifying caffeine and promote better sleep.

Hydration and Time: Staying hydrated helps flush out caffeine, but the most reliable method is allowing sufficient time for the body to metabolize caffeine.

Notable Quotes:

• "I've had clients who can drink black tea in the morning and it'd be the reason they have trouble sleeping later at night."

Chapters: 

0:00 Introduction to Caffeine and Sleep

0:34 How Caffeine Affects Sleep

1:02 Blocking Adenosine and Sleep Delay

1:28 Reduced Sleep Quality and Frequent Wake-ups

2:01 Caffeine's Long Half-Life

2:26 Individual Sensitivity to Caffeine

2:47 Broccoli

3:36 Tips to Clear Caffeine

4:34 Final Advice

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