Did you know that sleeping pills are among the most addictive prescription drugs available today?
While they promise a quick fix for insomnia and restless nights, they come with a host of risks and side effects that are often overlooked. In today’s episode, we're joined by Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, a neurologist who trained at Stanford and she is here to help us uncover the truth behind these tiny tablets and the real impact they can have on your health.
In today’s interview, we’ll explore:
Why sleep medication often don't work
The three main classes of sleep medications and how they can interfere with the brain's natural sleep cycles, brain cleaning, memory consolidation, and emotional processing
The importance of addressing the underlying causes of insomnia-
The need for individualized solutions to address sleep problems
The role of light exposure in resetting the sleep-wake cycle, the use of sleep tracking devices as a tool to gain insight into sleep patterns and identify potential improvements or issues and the impact of chronic stress on sleep and overall health
If you want to learn more about Dr Barrett and her work, visit her Facebook page or connect with her on Instagram @ameliascottbarrettmd.
In addition, Dr Barrett was kind enough to offer her latest free ebook called "The Stress Detector" at https://migrainereliefcode.com/stress-detector. It offers access to lab testing without a doctor's order, as well as novel solutions to reducing the impact of stress on your body.
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I'm Annika Carroll, Women's Sleep & Health Coach, FDN-P and CEO of Sleep Like a Boss.
I help women get their sleep & energy back, so they feel like they are in their 20s again.
For any questions or inquiries, please send me an email: contact@sleeplikeaboss.com.
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