Restorative sleep in menopause can be elusive, I think we can all agree on that! Whether perimenopause or post, fluctuating hormones combined with chaos that midlife can be, can kiss sweet dreams goodbye.

But it’s the exact opposite of what you need to most easily make weight loss or muscle gain and focus easy to access again.

My Guest:

Dr. Eric Dorninger is a Registered Naturopathic Doctor and Licensed Acupuncturist, graduated from Bastyr University, after earning a B.A. in Kinesiology from the University of Colorado and completed EMT training in New Jersey.

In 2005, he founded Roots and Branches Integrative Health Care in Boulder, Colorado, focusing on uncovering the root causes of chronic illnesses. He is a certified Shoemaker practitioner, specializing in mold and biotoxin illness. He is dedicated to differential diagnosis and personalized treatment plans, emphasizing the importance of identifying underlying causes of illness.

In addition to his private practice, he teaches functional medicine, practices Jiu-Jitsu, skis, and supports his children's health journey.

He specializes in inflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as:

• Hashimoto’s
• Lupus
• Mold and Biotoxin Illness (CIRS)
• Autoimmune disease
• Chronic fatigue
• Gastrointestinal concerns
• Mood disorders
• Cardiovascular disease
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Hormone balance
• Chronic pain
• Neurological conditions
• Food sensitivities/intolerances
• Complex chronic disease

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

• Why is sleep harder for some with age or specifically with menopause? [00:39:00]
• How do we set up for a restorative night of sleep? [00:35:00]
• As we get older, what is important to ensure healthy sleep? [00:34:50]
• What is the science behind CBD aiding in both falling asleep and staying asleep through the night? [00:24:30]
• Tell us about the CBD you recommend and why? [00:27:00]
• How does healthy sleep impact health overall? [00:10:00]

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On Social:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drericdorninger/ and https://www.instagram.com/blueskycbd/

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https://www.flippingfifty.com/how-to-get-your-best-sleep/

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https://www.flippingfifty.com/sleep-yourself-productive/

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