The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee Sleep Better, Eat Smarter, Live Healthier: The Power of Coaching with Dr. Brooke Bussard
Nov 11, 2025
Dr. Brooke Bussard, a physician and certified health coach, dives into the transformative power of lifestyle medicine. She discusses the crucial role of sleep in recovery and shares practical techniques for better rest, like journaling and light management. Brooke also highlights common dietary gaps, emphasizing the benefits of cutting out dairy. Her Menopause Makeover program empowers women to reclaim their health, while her holistic approach combines nutrition, fitness, sleep, and support for lasting change.
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Sleep Is A Daily Process Not A Nightly Afterthought
- Sleep is the body's main time for repair and recovery and must be planned for during the day.
- Morning sunlight, daytime movement, and avoiding screens/late food prime the body to sleep when bedtime comes.
Write Thoughts Down And Block Light
- Keep a pen and paper by the bed and write racing thoughts down instead of using your phone.
- Block light with a sleep mask, use boring mindless imagery, or a monotone audiobook to calm the mind.
Use Breathwork Before Bed
- Use diaphragmatic breathing to shift from sympathetic to parasympathetic activation before bed.
- Prefer nonpharmaceutical strategies like breathing and soundscapes for deeper, more restorative sleep.