Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi #1123 Why You Keep Waking Up at 3 A.M.—And the 1 Tablespoon Sleep Trick That Lowers Cortisol Instantly | With Ben Azadi
Oct 11, 2025
Struggling with 3 a.m. wake-ups? It might be your cortisol levels! Discover how nighttime awakenings can signal liver stress and unstable blood sugar. A simple tablespoon of raw honey and sea salt may help calm your nervous system. Learn about cortisol's impact on sleep, metabolism, and inflammation while exploring five root-cause fixes to improve your nightly rest. Plus, tips on magnesium, gratitude, and effective nighttime routines for better sleep quality are discussed. Don't forget—first lights and diet adjustments play crucial roles too!
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Night Waking Is A Cortisol Signal
- Waking between 1–3 a.m. usually signals liver stress and unstable blood sugar.
- The adrenal cortisol/adrenaline surge pulls sugar from the liver and wakes you up.
Cortisol Wrecks Nighttime Metabolism
- A nighttime cortisol spike blocks melatonin, raises insulin, and triggers inflammation.
- This creates a cycle of poor sleep, adrenal fatigue, and belly fat gain.
One Tablespoon Honey + Salt Hack
- Take one tablespoon of raw unfiltered honey with a pinch of sea salt before bed or when you wake at 3 a.m.
- The honey supplies liver-accessible glucose and the salt replenishes minerals to calm adrenals within 10–15 minutes.
