71. Dr. Michael Breus: Why “Feeling Fine” Doesn’t Mean You’re Sleeping Well

What if your exhaustion, brain fog, or cravings aren’t a motivation problem—but a sleep problem no one’s diagnosed yet? In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Michael Breuss, a sleep specialist, and we dig into why so many high performers are chronically under-recovered, why sleep disorders go undetected for years, and how wearables are both helping and hurting. We talk about why 8 hours might be the wrong goal, how your chronotype should determine your schedule, why snoring isn’t harmless, and the link between GLP-1s and sleep apnea. You’ll also learn how mouth tape works, the surprising truth about blue light, and why most hydration habits fail. Dr. Michael Breus is a clinical psychologist, board-certified sleep specialist, and the author of five books on sleep. He’s worked with Olympic athletes, celebrities, and CEOs—and in this conversation, he’s bringing you the same level of clarity and insight.   We Also Discuss: Why Sleep Disorders Go Undiagnosed for Years The Truth About Sleep Trackers and Deep Sleep Scores Is Your Bedroom Air Ruining Your Sleep? Mouth Tape: Helpful or Harmful? GLP-1s for Sleep Apnea? Here’s What the Science Says Your Sleep Needs Change With Your Period Morning Breathwork That Replaces Coffee Sip vs Gulp: Are You Drinking Water Wrong? Thank You To Our Sponsors:   TruNiagen: Whether you are looking to stay sharp, feel more energized or simple age better, go to https://www.truniagen.com/ IFit: If you are looking to elevate your home gym fitness experience with the best in fitness tech, choose IFIT. Go to https://www.ifit.com/NextHealth: Your destination for cutting-edge health optimization—from IV therapy to hormone balancing. Explore at https://www.next-health.com/Vitaboom: For supplements you can trust and wellness solutions tailored to your health, visit https://vitaboom.com/   Learn more about Dr. Shah: Website: https://www.drshah.com/ Clinic: https://www.next-health.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darshanshahmd/   Learn more about Dr. Michael Breus    Instagram: @thesleepdoctorWebsite: https://sleepdoctor.com  

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Extend with Darshan Shah, MD is a podcast dedicated to cutting-edge science, research, tools, and protocols designed to help you extend your healthspan. Starting my medical journey at 16 and becoming one of the youngest doctors in the country, studying and training at the Mayo Clinic, Harvard Business School, Singularity University and other prestigious institutions, becoming a board certified surgeon and accumulating over two decades of practice, I have discovered that a mere 20% of health knowledge yields 80% of the results. That's why this podcast is all about cutting through the noise on how to turn back the aging clock. I interview world-renowned medical practitioners, doctors, experts, and thought leaders, offering you a step-by-step guide and actionable advice to proactively avoid disease and optimize your health. Plus, I share weekly solo episodes giving you quick, digestible protocols for successfully extending your healthspan.