The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy

4 Simple Lifestyle Tweaks for Deeper Sleep in Peri-Menopause

Jul 28, 2025
Explore the sleep struggles women face during menopause and discover four transformative lifestyle habits. Learn how light exposure, movement, food timing, and temperature regulation can enhance sleep quality. Delve into the fascinating impact of sleep on cognitive health and understand the importance of aligning your daily routines with your body's natural clock. Small tweaks during the day can lead to refreshing nights, ensuring you wake up revitalized and ready to take on the world!
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INSIGHT

Sleep Protects Brain Health

  • Poor sleep quality significantly accelerates cognitive decline and brain toxin buildup.
  • Sleeping well is crucial for brain detox and preventing Alzheimer's and dementia.
ADVICE

Morning Red Light Exposure

  • Get red light exposure at sunrise to turn off melatonin and turn on cortisol.
  • Use red light bulbs if you miss the sunrise to jumpstart your hormonal wake cycle.
ADVICE

Midday Sunlight for Serotonin

  • Get 20 minutes of midday full spectrum sunlight without sunglasses to boost serotonin and regulate your body clock.
  • Avoid sunglasses to stimulate serotonin receptor sites in your eyes for mood and circadian rhythm.
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