The Best Supplements for Better Sleep - Ask a Nutritionist

The Best Supplements for Better Sleep - Ask a Nutritionist

Author: Nutritional Weight & Wellness, Inc. August 6, 2026 Duration: 11:49
What supplements actually help you sleep? Registered dietitian Amy Crum explains the science behind today's most popular sleep supplements, including magnesium glycinate, L-theanine, 5-HTP, melatonin, vitamin D, iron, and herbal blends. You'll learn who may benefit from each option, key safety considerations, and how better sleep can improve your mood, energy, brain function, immune health, and weight-loss goals. Amy also explains why identifying the root cause of your sleep struggles is essential to achieving lasting, restorative sleep.

Tune into Dishing Up Nutrition for honest conversations that cut through the noise of diet trends and conflicting health advice. Each episode features licensed nutritionists and dietitians from Nutritional Weight & Wellness, Inc., drawing on more than twenty-five years of hands-on experience. They translate complex science into actionable steps, focusing on how the foods on your plate directly influence your daily energy, mental clarity, and overall mood. This isn't about restrictive rules; it's about building a sustainable, nourishing relationship with real food-including animal proteins, healthy fats, and nutrient-dense carbohydrates. You'll hear practical strategies for making tangible changes, grounded in the understanding that what you eat fundamentally shapes how you feel. The discussions are rooted in real-life client successes and challenges, offering a relatable path toward balanced nutrition. Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, manage stress through diet, or simply find more vitality in your day, this podcast provides a trusted resource. It's a weekly dose of encouragement and expertise from professionals who have guided thousands, reminding you that better health is often built one thoughtful meal at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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