Save Yourself With Dr. Amy Shah23 Sep 2024

Ep 34 7 Hidden Dangers of Night Shift Work (And How to Avoid Them!) with Kristen Holmes

In this episode of Save Yourself, Amy dives deep into the science of sleep, recovery, and performance with Kristen Holmes, Global Head of Human Performance at Whoop and a leading expert in biometric data. Kristen shares her extensive research on circadian rhythms and their impact on physical, mental, and emotional resilience. This episode covers everything from the effects of alcohol on recovery to the physiological challenges faced by night shift workers, offering actionable advice on how to optimize your health through proper sleep, exercise, and daily habits. Kristen also discusses the unique challenges women face as they age, including how perimenopause and menopause affect sleep, hormone regulation, and exercise routines. Gain valuable insights into how to enhance their recovery and resilience, whether they're athletes or simply looking to improve their overall well-being. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Intro 02:00 How alcohol affect recovery 04:15 Hydration 06:54 Night shift workers 10:58 How to avoid detrimental health issues 13:23 Downtime 17:43 Critical period to be asleep 22:36 Natural light deficiency 27:15 Getting enough sleep 30:15 Fragmented sleep 32:20 Exercise 37:11 Zone 2 training 39:18 Detractor of body recovery 43:00 What are you working on now? 45:35 Menstrual cycle coaching 47:29 What makes us vulnerable Check These Out! https://amymdwellness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/fastingmd https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshahmd/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA7tFT-irXLTQAmGQefWaXw Kristen is on: https://www.instagram.com/kristen_holmes2126 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/

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Ep 131 10 New Health Strategies to Know for Healthy Aging

What’s worth paying attention to in health and wellness right now? In this episode, I break down 10 emerging health strategies and areas of research that I’m most excited about, from hormones and meta...

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Ep 130 How to Stay Healthy, Happy & Focused in College (Special Episode with My Son)

Are you or someone you love getting ready for college? In this episode, I sit down with my son, Jaden, as he prepares for his freshman year of college to talk about the healthy habits we're prioritizi...

10 Aug 20min

Ep 129 The Exact Steps to Take Today for a Healthier Brain Tomorrow

Are you doing enough today to protect your brain for the future? In this episode, I share the 5 habits that help you stay mentally sharp, support cognitive health, and promote healthy aging. I break d...

3 Aug 29min

Ep 128 How to Thrive in Perimenopause and Build Better Health for Life with Dr. Mariza Snyder

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27 Jul 59min

Ep 127 How to Protect Your Time, Energy & Happiness Every Day

Do you ever wonder why some people seem successful without constantly feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, I share the habits I've noticed after years of caring for patients, building my own business...

20 Jul 37min

Ep 126 Why PCOS & Endometriosis Are Still Being Misdiagnosed with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney

Have you ever wondered if your period symptoms are trying to tell you something more? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney to talk about why PCOS and endometriosis ...

13 Jul 50min

Ep 125 Reset Your Cortisol, Calm Your Nervous System & Feel Better in 5 Days

Do you feel exhausted during the day but unable to fully relax at night? In this episode, I share the 5-day cortisol reset I use to help restore your body's natural cortisol rhythm. I break down why c...

6 Jul 23min