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#260 - Olivia Arezzollo Australia’s No1 Sleep Expert

Nov 14, 2024
Olivia Arezzollo, Australia’s top sleep expert, dives into the intricacies of sleep and its massive impact on well-being. She shares her journey from battling anorexia to becoming a beacon for those seeking better sleep. Discover her four-step bedtime routine and the implications of blue light on your snooze. Learn about the unique sleep needs of teenagers and how tracking apps might be more harmful than helpful. With tips on managing menopause-related disruptions and practical strategies for all ages, she makes sleep optimization accessible and engaging.
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  • Understanding sleep cycles, including the importance of deep and REM sleep, is vital for improving overall sleep quality and recovery.
  • Quality sleep significantly impacts mental and physical health, with inadequate sleep linking to anxiety, depression, and chronic diseases.

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Olivia Arizola's Journey into Sleep Expertise

Olivia Arizola, a leading sleep expert, has an impressive academic background with multiple degrees in psychology, nutrition, and fitness. Her personal experience with severe mental and physical health challenges, including anorexia and depression during her teens, motivated her to help others by sharing the support she received. This journey led her to specialize in sleep, where she discovered the lack of guidance available in this field. By integrating her knowledge from various disciplines, she developed effective strategies to help clients improve their sleep quality.

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