Send us a textIn this episode of The Metabolic Edit, I’m breaking down why sleep is the metabolic non-negotiable — and how fixing it can change everything from your cravings to your recovery.You’ll learn:Why poor sleep wrecks blood sugar, cortisol, and insulin sensitivityHow sleep impacts cravings, hunger hormones, and emotional regulationThe role of deep sleep vs. REM (and how your brain and body recover differently)Why going to bed late or waking up early destroys key sleep stagesHow to optimize your sleep naturally: cold/dark rooms, light exposure, and nervous system hygieneWhether tracking sleep with Oura or Whoop is worth it (and when it’s not)My favorite science-backed sleep supplements How short sleep increases your risk of heart disease, depression, and weight gain — and what to do insteadThis isn’t just about sleep hygiene — this is metabolic recovery.Let’s make sleep your superpower.Want to know how your sleep is impacting your metabolism, cortisol, or cravings?Click the link in the show notes to schedule a free call or join my newsletter.STUDIES QUOTED:Short Sleep and Obesity RiskTaheri et al. (2004). Short sleep duration is associated with reduced leptin, elevated ghrelin, and increased BMI.PMID: 15531540Sleep Deprivation and Insulin ResistanceSpiegel et al. (1999). Impact of sleep debt on metabolic and endocrine function.PMID: 10381880Chronic Sleep Restriction and Glucose ToleranceVan Cauter et al. (2008). Metabolic consequences of sleep and sleep loss.PMID: 18591489Sleep Loss and InflammationIrwin et al. (2006). Partial night sleep deprivation reduces natural killer and cellular immune responses in humans.PMID: 16480576Sleep Duration and Type 2 Diabetes RiskYaggi et al. (2006). Sleep duration as a risk factor for type 2 diabetes.PMID: 16914506Sleep and Cortisol DysregulationLeproult & Van Cauter (2010). Role of sleep and sleep loss in hormonal release and metabolism.PMID: 19955752Support the show Book your free Metabolic Audit Call to work with Megan → Book Here Read my blog on Substack and get freebies! → Click here Follow on Instagram → @MeganPrimalHealth Explore all resources + programs → Our Website Check out the Youtube Channel → Youtube Channel Email: [email protected] Show your support here!

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