There are tons of great tips out there making waves for improving your sleep quality. Many of these tips are life-changing. But for some people, sleeping in a cooler, darker, tech-free room, might not be enough. I have to say, I was absolutely floored when I found out just how much our gut health impacts our sleep quality. I believe this to be the missing key for millions of people struggling with sleep issues who are only seeing slight improvements with the popular sleep-health tips out there. Realizing this is where many of the most common sleep issues are rooted, I felt it was a MUST to create a masterclass on it so that you know the ins and outs of this amazing gut-brain-sleep connection. In this episode you'll discover: Why your gut is often referred to as “the second brain”. Which neurotransmitter found in the gut has a profound influence on your mood. How a specific sleep hormone precursor also enhances your digestion. The shocking amount of melatonin that’s found in your gut. How your gut actually tells your brain what to do (and not the other way around). How bacteria in your gut can influence your sleep quality. Which common things can destroy your gut microbiome. What every long-living culture uses to support their microbiome. Why probiotic supplements won’t work without another key component. How changing your sleep schedule can change your gut bacteria. What decision we need to make when Netflix is calling our name. Which good sleep nutrients you need to eat each day. How your circadian timing system regulates your digestion. Which digestive issues are intimately connected to sleep. The shocking impact that nighttime artificial light has on your digestion. Why the timing of your evening meals can make or break your health. Which sleeping positions are the best and worst for common digestive issues. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/Model <== Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off Organifi.com ⇐ Use the coupon code modelhealth for 20% off & a free book themodelhealthshow.com/92y sleepsmarterbook.com/tour Conquering Diabesity - The Model Health Show GI Testing - Interview With Dr. Anthony Beck - The Model Health Show Hydration & Water Masterclass - The Model Health Show Sleep Smarter Audiobook Amazon / Audible ⇐ Get the new audiobook here now! HelionFormulas.com/model ⇐ Our favorite probiotic! Scary Dairy - The Model Health Show themodelhealthshow.com/glasses (Coupon code sleepsmarter for $10 off) Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Model Health Show. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show on Apple Podcasts by clicking on the link below. It will help us to keep delivering life-changing information for you every week! Click Here to Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click Here to Subscribe via Stitcher Click Here to Subscribe via RSS (non-Apple Podcasts feed)