The Dr. Hyman Show

What Is Driving Your Poor Sleep And How Can You Fix It? with Dr. Cindy Geyer

Jul 26, 2021
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Cindy Geyer
Dr. Cindy Geyer, a triple board-certified physician with a rich background in integrative medicine, shares valuable insights into the epidemic of poor sleep. They discuss how factors like hormonal changes and caregiving responsibilities uniquely affect women's sleep. Dr. Geyer emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach, addressing lifestyle, diet, and even childhood trauma in improving sleep quality. Listeners will discover practical tips for enhancing rest and the crucial connection between sleep and overall health.
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INSIGHT

Women and Sleep Disparities

  • Common sleep conditions like insomnia and restless legs disproportionately affect women.
  • Hormonal fluctuations, caregiving demands, and underdiagnosed sleep apnea contribute to this disparity.
ADVICE

Beyond Sleeping Pills

  • Avoid relying solely on sleeping pills or antidepressants for insomnia, as they have side effects and may not address the root cause.
  • Consider a functional medicine approach to explore underlying issues.
INSIGHT

Stress and Insomnia

  • Chronic insomnia often stems from an initial stressful event, like a death or job transition, that upregulates the HPA axis.
  • This leads to chronic cortisol overproduction, keeping the body in a state of fight-or-flight, hindering sleep.
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