5 REASONS YOU'RE NOT GETTING QUALITY SLEEP - Australian Sports Nutrition

5 REASONS YOU'RE NOT GETTING QUALITY SLEEP

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Did you know consistent nights of low-quality sleep pose a significant risk to long-term physical, mental and emotional health? From compromised immunity, cognitive difficulties, diminished libido, poor recovery, and more, your lack of sleep could be seriously impacting not only your body now but the future of your health. Are you tired of feeling tired? Then keep reading to learn about the five key reasons you're not sleeping well.


1. Too much caffeine

We all like a good cup of coffee to keep us going during the day, but could your go-to energy source be keeping you up for longer than you'd like? Caffeine has a half-life of 4-6 hours, which means that even after 6 hours, half of the caffeine is still in your system. Try opting for a decaf alternative like the Before You Speak Adrenal Decaf Coffee and reap the rewards of a caffeine-free, adrenal-regulating coffee formula. Thanks to its premium elixir of immune-supporting, fatigue-fighting, and nervous system-benefiting ingredients, the BYS Adrenal Decaf Coffee offers far more than your local cafe's afternoon double shot latte.


2. Late-night sugar-filled snacks

Have you ever wondered if your late-night snacks are the cause of your restless sleep? Post-dinner cravings can not only impact your progress if you're on a weight goal journey, but they can also keep you awake for longer as your body is busy digesting and metabolising when it's trying to rest! Hitting those late-night sweet spots often doesn't come without consequence. Foods high in sugar and caffeine not only affect your ability to switch off before bed, they often lead to heartburn and indigestion too, and ultimately disrupt the quality and quantity of your sleep throughout the night. Try swapping your late-night treats for a high protein option instead. We recommend Evolve's thick, creamy, and undeniably delicious Pro-Treat!


3. Stress

From physical, mental, and emotional stress to family and work worries, the impact of long-term stress may be doing more damage than you think. When experiencing challenging times, our bodies naturally respond by producing cortisol (the stress hormone) in the adrenal glands, which remains elevated for several hours, even after those stressful feelings have subsided. High cortisol levels contribute to those 'on edge' feelings and boost your heart rate, ultimately impacting your ability to relax and fall asleep.


4. Too much screen time

Whether it be Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook, or Netflix, your bedtime scroll could significantly affect the quality of your sleep! Did you know before-bed screen time can alter your melatonin production? Yep… That's right. The vital sleep hormone melatonin is responsible for letting your body know when it's time to wind down and sleep. However, when exposed to the blue light of your phone, laptop, or TV, this critical hormone becomes confused, slowing down melatonin production and signaling your body to wake up.

Try ditching your electronic distractions at least one hour before bed and listen to an audiobook or podcast instead! That said, if you’re working late and you simply can’t avoid staring at the screen before turning in, then make sure to protect your eyes with migraine glasses that will block out the blue light as much as possible and allow your body to produce the necessary melatonin.


5. Poor exercise recovery

Hitting the gym day in, day out without quality recovery in between sessions? Top-tier nutrition and rest are imperative for your results. However, if you're experiencing sleep-disturbing muscle cramps, joint aches, and nervous system stimulation during the night, it might be time to level up your recovery routine. Poor exercise recovery not only hinders your results but also puts you at higher risk of fatigue-related injuries, which can put a severe delay in achieving those goals.


Thankfully there's a solution… Evolve Beauty Sleep! Incorporate this game-changing sleep-supporting supplement into your nightly routine for the ultimate mind and body recovery. Thanks to a matrix of recovery supporting ingredients like collagen, magnesium aspartate, Zylaria, and more, Beauty Sleep does all of the hard work for you, allowing you to catch up on quality sleep while your body receives the recovery it deserves.