Nutrition and Sleep Health
This episode focused on the interconnectedness of nutrition and sleep for wellness.
David Bernstein MD emphasized his “Power of Five” formula: exercise, sleep, intimacy, socialization, and managing sweets, highlighting the role of inflammation in chronic diseases.
Susie Spell NP discussed lifestyle medicine, stressing the importance of nutrition, movement, restorative sleep, stress management, social connections, and avoiding risky behaviors.
Lauren Duffel, a sleep science coach, linked sleep quality to diet, emphasizing the impact of processed foods on inflammation and circadian rhythms.
Leslie Dowling underscored the importance of environmental factors and grounding with nature.
The speakers agreed on the need for proactive, intentional health practices.
Recorded on August 24, 2023, this episode is part of the Sleep Health Series as well as the Nutrition Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.
Leslie Dowling, FNLP, CFNC, BSBA-MM, Founder, East West Functional Training;
Leslie Dowling Podcast
David Bernstein, M.D., Author, Power of 5 Life
Susan Spell, Nurse Practitioner; Holistic & Lifestyle Medicine Health Coach for Vital Transformations
Lauren Duffell, Sleep Science Coach; Registered Holistic Nutritionist, BetterUp; Coaching for Insomniacs
Thank you to Lauren Duffell for also joining us 8-31-23 for a Rethinking Aging Club Podcast on Meditation, Yoga, Brain Body Connection
Debbie Howard’s summary of this show.
Resources:
Bobby Approved app on Apple
Susie Spell book recommendations
Melissa Bernstein OT Power of 5 Test Kitchen
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