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Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Ever wondered how you can maintain peak energy levels while working irregular hours? Join Roger Sutherland in this transformative episode of the Healthy Shift podcast, where we unlock the secrets to nutrition, timing, and meal planning tailored specifically for shift workers. You'll discover how meal timing can harmonize your internal clock, preventing fatigue and promoting consistent energy. Understand the critical role of macronutrients—like complex ca...

1 Aug 202419min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Could magnesium be the ultimate game-changer for shift workers? Discover how this essential macro mineral can transform your sleep, reduce stress, and sharpen your overall health. Host Roger Sutherland, a certified Nutritionist and veteran Law Enforcement Officer, takes you on an insightful journey into the world of magnesium. Learn why nearly half of adults in Australia and the United States are deficient in this critical nutrient, and explore the vario...

28 Juli 202415min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Have you ever wondered how ignoring your body's internal clock can wreak havoc on your health? Master the art of aligning your lifestyle with your circadian rhythm and unlock the secrets to thriving as a shift worker. With nearly four decades of experience, I, Roger Sutherland, am here to illuminate the science behind circadian rhythms and their profound impact on everything from hormonal balance to metabolism and core body temperature. In this ga...

25 Juli 202419min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Can caffeine be your secret weapon to thriving in the demanding world of shift work? Join me, Roger Sutherland, as we uncover the delicate balance between leveraging caffeine to boost productivity and the potential pitfalls that come with it. In this illuminating episode of A Healthy Shift, we'll dissect the benefits of caffeine, from heightened alertness and cognitive enhancement to improved physical performance, while also addressing the crucial downsi...

21 Juli 202418min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Can you actually thrive as a shift worker while keeping your family and social life in balance? Discover the evidence-based strategies that will not only help you manage but excel in both your professional and personal life. In this episode of A Healthy Shift, I, Roger Sutherland, will walk you through the art of open communication with your loved ones, showing how a simple shared Google Calendar can transform misunderstandings into harmonious planning. ...

18 Juli 202415min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Could a simple mineral supplement revolutionize your shift work experience? Tune in to this episode of the Healthy Shift podcast as host Roger Sutherland, a certified Nutritionist and veteran shift worker, unpacks the remarkable benefits of zinc picolinate. While the supplement industry often pushes unnecessary products, Roger focuses on evidence-based recommendations tailored to the unique nutritional needs of shift workers. Discover why essential suppl...

16 Juli 202415min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Are you ready to transform your sleep quality and finally wake up feeling refreshed? In today's episode of the Healthy Shift podcast, we uncover the secrets to achieving restorative sleep through natural supplements. I, Roger Sutherland, a seasoned shift worker and certified nutritionist, guide you through the incredible benefits of reishi mushroom extract, chamomile extract, passionflower extract, magnesium threonate, and essential B vitamins. These nat...

15 Juli 202417min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Is your mental health suffering due to the demands of shift work? Join me, Roger Sutherland, certified Nutritionist and veteran Law Enforcement Officer, as I uncover the psychological toll of non-traditional work hours and offer practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance your mental resilience. In this episode of A Healthy Shift, we'll tackle the challenges of anxiety, depression, and burnout caused by circadian rhythm disruptions and social isolati...

14 Juli 202415min