Not getting a good night's sleep is like going through the day with a hangover. Sleep is so critical that if we don't get enough, it has tangible effects on other areas of our health like food cravings (covered in this newsletter).
Getting better sleep is the FIRST STEP you should take in pursuing wellness. When you are well rested, other health habits easily follow.
GUIDE TO GETTING BETTER SLEEP:
Extra Credit: Magnesium is a critical mineral that most of us are deficient in and it's great to take daily, especially at night. Pairing Magnesium with tea can help the body relax and regulate the nervous system for improved sleep.
Recommended Magnesium Products
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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
*If you haven't read the "Your body runs on clocks" newsletter, it's a deep dive into circadian rhythm and will give you deeper insight into how to get more energy just by learning to cooperate with your internal clock. Read here.
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See you next week,
TOMMY
001 // Step 1 to a Healthy Life
002 // Your Body Runs on Clocks [Circadian Health]
003 // Sleep's Connection to Eating Healthy
004 // Make Movement A Movement
005 // What Mice Taught Us About Eating Healthy
006 // The story of a 61-yr-old Farmer Ultra Marathoner
007 // Redefining Health for a Meaningful Life
008 // A Guide To Cardio Training
009 // What's the Best Form of Exercise?
010 // Take Care of Yourself to Take Care of Others
011 // Why Your Thoughts Matter for Health
012 // Sustainable Health Framework
013 // The Path to Joyful Health
014 // Getting to the Land of Vitality
015 // #1 Thing to Avoid with Food
016 // 5 Easy Food Upgrades
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