The Dr. Hyman Show Ask Mark Q&A #10: Sleep Disturbances, School Lunches, Water Filtration, And More
Mar 30, 2021
The discussion dives into common sleep disturbances and practical fixes, including tips for better sleep hygiene. It also tackles the importance of enhancing school lunches for better nutrition. The challenge of fluoride's impact on tooth enamel is examined alongside insights on gluten and digestive health. For night shift workers, strategies for maintaining health are shared, plus essential recovery techniques for athletes. The necessity of water filtration is highlighted, emphasizing the health benefits of clean drinking water.
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Improving Sleep Hygiene
- Prioritize sleep hygiene: eat three hours before bed, take a walk after dinner, and get morning light.
- Avoid late-night exercise, alcohol, caffeine, and screens; try meditation, journaling, and supplements like magnesium or melatonin.
Reintroducing Meat
- Reintroduce meat slowly, starting with lighter options like fish and chicken, then small amounts of red meat.
- Use digestive enzymes to aid digestion, as your body adjusts to digesting meat again after a vegan diet.
Melatonin Supplementation
- Taking melatonin long-term is generally safe and potentially beneficial, possibly even suppressing cancer.
- Light pollution and screen use disrupt melatonin production, so consider blue light blockers and better sleep habits.
