EP 331: 5 Popular Sleep Supplements — And What You Really Need to Know Before Taking Them In Perimenopause

Are you tired of tossing and turning at night — or relying on melatonin to get some rest? In this episode of The Period Whisperer, I break down the 5 most popular sleep supplements women are using — Magnesium, GABA, Valerian Root, Melatonin, and Passion Flower — and reveal the surprising truth behind when they help… and when they actually backfire.If you're navigating perimenopause, hormonal shifts, or midlife insomnia, this episode is your clear, root-cause guide to better sleep — without the confusion.🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What each supplement does and how it supports your sleep hormonesWhy melatonin may be doing more harm than goodThe best form of magnesium for deep, restful sleepHow GABA and Passion Flower calm your nervous system naturallyWhen supplements are helping — and when they’re covering up a deeper issue💡 Top Takeaways:Sleep issues are a symptom, not the root. Don’t treat them blindly.Magnesium glycinate is a safe, powerful first step for most women.Melatonin and GABA need to be used cautiously and with intention.Herbs like Valerian and Passion Flower can support the nervous system gently — but they’re not magic fixes.Know your pattern: Can’t fall asleep? Waking up at 3am? The answer depends on your hormones.Ready To Learn More About Functional Hormone Coaching & Testing Or Book A FREE Call With Me? You can do that right here! 

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In the 35-55 age box and starting to wonder if you will ever feel like you again? Weight gain, night wakings, brain fog, hot flashes, headaches, cravings, bloating, joint pain, mood swings, anxiety are all on the rise and no matter what you try, nothing moves the needle. Your host, Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women’s ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. Including her own frustrating 15lb weight gain amidst daily intense workouts and the demands of midlife. Tune in twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays to the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast for solo episodes and interviews with real life women and industry experts designed to help you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get you in a body that releases weight easily. Whether you’re just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you are feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or just want to learn how to feel your best through menopause and beyond, you’re in the right place. If you’re ready to decode the whispers of your body and heal your hormones so you can thrive again, listen to our fan favorite Episode 129: The 3 Nutrition Phases That Will Help You Release Belly Fat Every Time In Perimenopause