Social-Ize Your Health Podcast (™)
I just love a health and wellness story! I hope you do too. The whole idea of changing one’s life, healthily, truly resonates with me. As such, good health is to be shared, and if you are not there yet, it won’t be long before, as you join us on ‘Social-Ize Your Health.
Social-Ize Your Health is a monthly, Jamaica-based health and wellness podcast, exploring practical, science-informed topics related to everyday health, nutrition, fitness, skincare, and overall wellbeing. We will also provide you with the opportunity to share your health and wellness stories and a whole lot more! So, you can go healthy like you mean it!
Join me, Dr. Shelly Ann (not medically), a Researcher, Educator, Certified Nutrition Coach, and most importantly, a Health and Wellness Nut, as I explore the mentioned topics with you and have other candid conversations surrounding health and overall wellbeing. Just like that!
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Update: 🌿 Exciting news! The podcast episodes are now coming to you weekly, while still keeping the seasonal theme you love. I hope you’ll enjoy these bite-sized, healthful insights as we continue to Social-Ize our health together.
Catch you on the next episode — and as always, stay blessed!
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding any health concerns or before making changes to your health routine.
Social-Ize Your Health Podcast (™)
Sleepmaxxing - Optimizing Sleep Like A Hacker
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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the science and strategies behind Sleepmaxxing, the modern, evidence-based approach to optimizing your rest and recovery like a health hacker.
Sleep isn’t just “downtime.” It’s your body’s most powerful form of active recovery, where your brain detoxifies, your cells repair, and your hormones reset. But in today’s world of late-night scrolling and endless to-do lists, quality sleep often slips away.
As such, we will break down the science of sleep and practical hacks that can help you optimize your sleep for longevity.
***You can find the full list of researched references and further readings below.
Main Discussion Points
- Sleep is the ultimate hack.
- The science of sleep.
- Sleepmaxxing – Evidence-based strategies
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Sources and Further Readings:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Sleep and Sleep Disorders.” CDC.gov. https://www.cdc.gov/sleep
- de Menezes-Júnior LAA, Sabião TDS, Carraro JCC, Machado-Coelho GLL, Meireles AL. The role of sunlight in sleep regulation: analysis of morning, evening and late exposure. BMC Public Health. 2025 Oct 6;25(1):3362. doi: 10.1186/s12889-025-24618-8. PMID: 41053799; PMCID: PMC12502225.
- National Institutes of Health.
- Best Sleep Trackers of 2025: Data That Matters
- Sleep Foundation: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/best-sleep-trackers
- Williams B, Oneid P. How Sleep Deprivation and Optimization May Impact Health and Performance. J Compr Health.
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