No way I’m reading all that.
Seems to overlook that genetics and environmental factors do play a role in getting good sleep. Glad the person who posted this found what works for them, but why say it seems like we blame genetics but maybe it’s just poor sleep? It’s quite possible genetics are causing sleep disorders!
@Nico
I don’t think I overlooked genetics and environmental factors. I have friends who died from cancer and struggled to sleep when ill. It’s obvious that both environment and genetics impact sleep. You think it’s easy to sleep if you’re a Palestinian right now? Not a good sleeping environment. I live by an airport; the noise and fumes are strong. That’s why I use an air filter and exhaust fan for white noise.
If you’ve learned anything from my post, I hope it’s that I’m thorough in my research, testing, and measuring. I tested dozens or hundreds of things I didn’t mention that failed. What’s worth noting is what nobody discusses—a possible epidemic of long-term sleep deprivation. We hear about insomnia constantly, but doctors don’t even consider it. They never asked about my sleep! That’s the point of my post, not to echo the same old points but to highlight issues no one else talks about. In my original post, I said maybe it’s sleep deprivation. I’m just putting that idea out there.
@Quill
At this point, the lack of sleep seems like an obvious epidemic. I hear about it all the time. But I’ll give you that doctors aren’t very helpful. Many of us here have tried numerous things you mentioned and remain lost due to so many variables; everyone has a different path to successful sleep.
@Nico
Yes, you hear about insomnia being an epidemic, but where do you hear constantly about the impacts of widespread sleep deprivation on digestion, energy, inflammation, cognitive decline, and other health issues? You don’t. If you do, please share; I read a lot and have been on this journey for years, but I haven’t seen much on these topics.
You’re being unreasonable. You’re speaking for many people in the subs who have tried most of the things. You don’t know that. You also don’t know how well they tried them because often, when there’s failure, it’s user error, not the theory itself.
It seems you didn’t read my entire post but skimmed it? Understandable, since it’s lengthy. You might have missed the overall story—one of self-analysis and discovery. I mentioned more than just sleep habits; there’s a deep connection between digestive symptoms and sleep. I didn’t even delve into the chicken or egg aspect of this.
Of course, there are many variables. That’s why I concluded my original post by expressing hope that someone learns something from my experience, acknowledging that my story is personal and that many points may not apply to others. I don’t understand why you and a few others have criticized this post when I clearly qualified it as my own experience, stating it’s not a universal manifesto. You’re beating a dead horse.
@Quill
Easy does it; I’m not here to criticize you. I’m just pushing back on some of what you say. Many of us have tried a lot of the things you talked about. I’ve heard how insomnia can impact many things like digestion, mental health, cognitive decline, and more. It’s common knowledge at this point. We know how devastating lack of sleep is for many bodily and mental functions. It’s easy to find that online. I’m glad you’ve figured out what works for you. It isn’t easy. Kudos for your effort to help others.
@Nico
Okay. Here’s the thing. If I hadn’t identified my significant dysbiosis and trigger foods, I would have ‘tried everything’ to improve my sleep habits and thought they didn’t work. This post is about the link between gut health, sleep, and more. It’s not ‘easy’ to Google this. I spent over four years searching and testing countless things. I’m an avid reader and documentary viewer. You’re oversimplifying a long journey of discovery, trial and error, and pain. The medical field let me down. Not one doctor asked about my sleep! It’s outrageous!
@Nico
But don’t you have to consider genetics? I mean, you can’t change your genetics, so focus on what you can control. Thank you for sharing!
Dale said:
@Nico
But don’t you have to consider genetics? I mean, you can’t change your genetics, so focus on what you can control. Thank you for sharing!
If you can identify potential genetic conditions, it can lead to proper treatment…
What parasite cleansing drops did you use?
Oaklee said:
What parasite cleansing drops did you use?
Paraguard.
Oaklee said:
What parasite cleansing drops did you use?
Thanks! I was going to ask the same thing.
I read all of that! Thank you for sharing your journey. A lot of what we know, we still don’t implement. I’m laughing at all the comments saying ‘no way am I reading that!’ because it really didn’t take long to read!
@Ashton
I’ve read everything up to this point and spent an entire 11 minutes, most of it dealing with trolls. Thank you for your effort and comprehensive insights. I think most people claim they’ve tried everything you mentioned, but the reality is they haven’t applied these techniques with the discipline you have. A consistent bedtime and not eating before bed are things many people overlook.
@Ashton
Thanks for reading and for noting it’s not such a long read. People’s attention spans are genuinely decreasing. You’re right; I knew many of these things for a while but didn’t act because I lacked motivation. Pain and suffering can drive significant change.
Okay, so HRV, Oura ring, and parasites. I struggle to sleep and feel the effects every day when I wake up. I’ve made many changes, but I know I have a long way to go. Thanks for the detailed synopsis of your journey! It’ll help some people, I’m sure. I’ll consider the Oura ring.
Thank you for posting this!
Very interesting. Can you elaborate on what a GI map is and how to get it done/analyzed? Also, what are parasite pills, and where can you find them? Thanks!
Lyle said:
Very interesting. Can you elaborate on what a GI map is and how to get it done/analyzed? Also, what are parasite pills, and where can you find them? Thanks!
I had it analyzed by a holistic health practitioner first. I paid too much for that. Then, I uploaded the actual PDF of the test to AI, which I paid for. It’s straightforward. If you don’t pay for it, you can’t upload documents.
This is amazing. I read the whole thing. Excellent information! I found many similarities to my own conditions. Thank you!