Moment 185- The One Thing You Should Never Do Before Bed: Dr Cheri Mah
Nov 1, 2024
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Dr. Cheri Mah, a renowned sleep physician and performance expert, shares her insights on improving sleep quality. She discusses the importance of optimizing your sleep environment, including ideal room temperature and the use of white noise. Cheri also addresses the detrimental effects of screens before bedtime and suggests soothing sounds to aid sleep. Plus, she offers healthy snack ideas that won't disrupt your rest but will tackle late-night hunger. Tune in for valuable tips to rejuvenate your nights!
Creating an optimal sleep environment by maintaining a cooler room temperature and reducing noise can significantly enhance sleep quality.
Choosing appropriate late-night snacks, like complex carbohydrates and lean protein, can curb hunger without disrupting sleep.
Deep dives
Importance of Sleep Environment
Creating an optimal sleep environment significantly impacts sleep quality. Maintaining a cooler temperature in the bedroom, ideally between 60 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit, is essential for better sleep, as cooler conditions have been shown to help people fall asleep and stay asleep longer. Additionally, reducing noise disturbances can enhance sleep; using white noise machines or earplugs can mask unwanted sounds, leading to fewer interruptions. Technology has also advanced with smart white noise machines that adaptively increase volume in response to sudden noises, providing an effective solution for deeper, uninterrupted sleep.
Pre-Sleep Eating Strategies
Eating before bed can be a concern for many, but it's possible to enjoy a late-night snack without significantly disrupting sleep. Opting for a combination of complex carbohydrates and lean protein, such as whole-grain cereal with milk or cottage cheese with fruit, can satisfy late-night hunger while promoting better sleep. Heavy or fatty meals should be avoided close to bedtime, as they may lead to discomfort and disrupt sleep quality. By choosing appropriate pre-sleep snacks, individuals can ensure they don't wake up hungry during the night and achieve more restful sleep.
In this episode, Dr. Cheri Mah, a renowned sleep physician and performance expert, delves into practical strategies for enhancing sleep quality. She addresses common habits
From how you can use sound to help you fall asleep, the ideal room temperature and the potential downsides of evening showers. She even shares snack ideas that won’t disrupt your sleep but will curb late-night hunger. this conversation is packed with practical advice that will leave you feeling refreshed and recovered.