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The Ultimate Anti-Aging Routine: Improving Your Sleep Hygiene
The Ultimate Anti-Aging Routine: Improving Your Sleep Hygiene
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51 minutes
Released:
May 9, 2023
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Podcast episode
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Welcome back! For the next few episodes, we’re continuing our current theme of Mindset May, and focusing specifically on our brain health. Because who doesn’t want to be sharp when they’re 90, right?In today’s episode, I’m talking about something we often sacrifice, but desperately need—quality sleep. We all crave it, and at various points in our lives, we all struggle with it (shoutout to my friends with young children).So, I’m sharing a wealth of information about the function and science of sleep and some of my favorite methods for improving your sleep quality ASAP.I also talk about…4 stages of sleep and what we get from each of themThe importance of breaking up with the snooze buttonCreating a sleep friendly environmentBuilding in relaxation time before sleepThe effects of caffeine, alcohol, food, and exercise on sleep qualityLight as a supplement to get in doses throughout the dayResources:Reframing Our Relationship with Alcohol: Exploring Sober-CuriosityThe Role of Sleep Hygiene in Promoting Public Health: A Review of Empirical EvidenceWhat Are the 4 Stages of Sleep?Sleep SpindlesAlcohol and Sleep9 Best Foods and Drinks to Have Before Bed5 Reasons Exercise Improve SleepUsing Light for HealthGet the screen light adjusting f.lux appSponsors:Oura Ring | The Oura Ring has been my favorite tool for helping me improve my sleep hygiene. Check out my episode of Oura’s All Hours series by visiting ouraring.com/balancedles.MudWtr | MudWtr is a coffee alternative with 4 adaptogenic mushrooms and ayruvedic herbs with way less caffeine than coffee. Get 15% off your first order at mudwtr.com/balanced.ZocDoc | Zocdoc | Find and book a top-rated doctor in your area today with Zocdoc. Visit zocdoc.com/balanced to download the app for free.Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:Visit our website at balancedblackgirl.comJoin Club Balanced, our community on GenevaSubscribe to our newsletter, Mirror NotesFollow on IG: @balancedblackgirlpodcast @balancedlesFollow on TikTok @balancedblackgirl @balancedlesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Released:
May 9, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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