Second Segment: Questions From Listeners
23:20-27:53
Question #1
Jody asks, “Hi Emily and Janet, recently I have been getting 7-8 hours of sleep but every morning I still feel exhausted and struggle to get out of bed – Any idea why I still feel exhausted after getting a decent rest?”
Janet says,
- Your Circadian Rhythm may be off – when we stay up late our bodies steal cortisol from the mornings
- One day a week do a sleep restoration – one day a week don’t set an alarm and just let yourself sleep in to feel refreshed and restored
Emily says,
- Use melatonin to rebalance your Circadian rhythm, may have to incorporate a supplement into your routine
- May need to experiment with how much you’re sleeping, there’s a possibility that 7-8 hours a night isn’t enough
- Could be suffering from adrenal fatigue which can occur from being severely stressed frequently and for long periods of time
Products Mentioned:
Natural Factors - Melatonin 3mg
Question #2
Andy asks, “Lately, I can’t escape turmeric! I see it in cold pressed juices, my friends are adding it to their smoothies, and my local coffee shop even makes a turmeric latte. Are there health benefits to consuming turmeric? Should I jump on the turmeric train?”
- Turmeric is a great, healthy spice with anti-inflammatory benefits, long term brain health, liver health, and antioxidant power
- Turmeric is absorbed by humans best when it is combined with fat
- To get therapeutic benefits from Turmeric you should be consuming Turmeric daily, but you will get health benefits from just using it sporadically
Botanica’s Turmeric Golden Mylk is a blend of turmeric, dates, coconut, cardamom, ashwagandha, black pepper and cinnamon is made in small batches. Free from any fillers and artificial ingredients.
How to Prepare: Whisk one teaspoon (4.4 g) into one cup (250 mL) warm coconut or almond milk. Sip slowly and take a deep breath. Enjoy!