Food, We Need To Talk Caffeine, Protein, and Ice Cream: What We've Learned from Six Years of Hosting a Health Podcast
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Jul 8, 2024 The hosts celebrate six years of enlightening conversations on health and wellness. They delve into personal transformations, like reducing caffeine for better sleep. The impact of artificial sweeteners versus natural alternatives sparks a debate on dietary choices. Plus, they tackle the challenge of food cravings with practical strategies for balance. By sharing their journey through eating disorders, they emphasize the podcast's role in mental health discussions. Listener engagement grows as they reflect on their evolving understanding of nutrition.
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Caffeine and Sleep Improvement
- Yuna stopped drinking coffee to improve her sleep after learning caffeine affects sleep even when consumed early.
- She switched to decaf and immediately started sleeping eight or more hours, a big improvement for her.
Caffeine Half-Life Affects Sleep
- The half-life of caffeine is about six hours, so caffeine consumed in the morning can still affect sleep at night.
- Understanding this helps people recognize why even early coffee impacts their sleep quality.
Cut Out Artificial Sweeteners
- Avoid artificial sweeteners as they may disrupt the gut microbiome and cause insulin resistance.
- Choose unflavored protein powders with natural sugars instead of artificially sweetened options.
