As if the microbiome didn't already have enough on its plate, it appears that healthy and diverse gut bacteria may be the ultimate sleep hack.
As usual, it all starts with diet.
Eating enough fiber allows specific bacteria to ferment it and produce butyrate– an anti-inflammatory energy source that powers colon cells and reinforces the gut barrier.
While it’s not yet official, a systematic review found a link between a lack of microbial diversity and conditions like insomnia and sleep apnea.
Next time you can't sleep, don’t count sheep.
Calculate your breakfast fiber grams instead.
Joking aside, you can use sleepless nights and curious days to dive into The Gentle Guide.
We dedicated an entire chapter to the importance of the microbiome.
