Quality sleep may be one of the most overlooked tools that we have for healthy ageing. Sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock joins Liz to unpack how disrupted sleep in midlife impacts everything from mood and metabolism to cardiovascular wellbeing.

They discuss how perimenopause can interrupt a good night’s rest, the connection between sleep deprivation and blood sugar imbalance, and why catching up with a long lie-in at the weekend might do more harm than good.

Sophie explains how light exposure and regular movement can help your body prepare for rest. She also shares practical advice to help restore healthy circadian rhythms and get your shut-eye back on track.

In this episode:

· The link between poor sleep and cardiovascular disease

· What happens to the brain when you're asleep

· The importance of daylight to help you wind down

· Why poor sleep impacts insulin sensitivity

· Easy ways to support a good night’s rest

· Why long lie-ins don’t make up for a week of bad sleep

Links mentioned in the episode:

· Magnesium

· Ashwagandha

More from Sophie:

· Follow Sophie on Instagram

· Visit thesleepscientist.com

Get in touch with a question for Liz:

· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com

· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846

More from Liz:

· Order Liz's new book – How to Age

· A Better Second Half

· Follow Liz on Instagram

· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram

Host: Liz Earle

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