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Your gut might be keeping you awake at night
Sleep is essential for memory consolidation, tissue repair, and emotional regulation, yet most of us aren't getting enough. Your gut microbiome may be directly influencing your sleep quality. Scientists have discovered that bacterial peptides released during microbial growth cross the blood-brain barrier and bind to receptors that trigger sleep responses.
Metabolites like butyrate (a short-chain fatty acid produced by beneficial gut bacteria) and compounds involved in melatonin synthesis can directly or indirectly affect your sleep-wake cycles. Studies show that a more diverse microbiome correlates with better sleep efficiency and longer total sleep time, while conditions like insomnia are linked with lower abundances of health-promoting bacteria.
In my clinical experience, I've seen this connection play out repeatedly: when we successfully address GI issues like SIBO or IBS, patients often report dramatic improvements in sleep quality. If you're struggling with sleep and also have digestive issues, addressing your gut health could be an important piece of the puzzle.
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Your gut might be keeping you awake at night
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