3477: The 2 Worst Things for Your Sleep Score
August 13, 2025
3477: The 2 Worst Things for Your Sleep Score
August 13, 2025
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Your bedtime habits may be silently destroying your sleep quality without you even realizing it.
You might think you’re following all the right sleep advice—but if you’re doing either of these 2 things, your sleep score, HRV, and overnight recovery could be taking a serious hit.
On today’s show, I’ll share research-backed insights on the 2 most damaging habits for your sleep and what to do instead to wake up feeling truly refreshed.
So join me on Cabral Concept 3477 to discover the 2 worst things for your sleep score.
Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!
Show Highlights & Big Takeaways
1. Alcohol Even small amounts of alcohol can lower your heart rate variability (HRV) by roughly 12% and reduce deep sleep by around 7%. While alcohol might relax your mind at first, it actually activates the sympathetic nervous system, which leads to lower-quality sleep and slower overnight recovery.
2. Eating Too Close to Bedtime Late or heavy meals raise your heart rate and body temperature, which decreases HRV and reduces restorative sleep. To optimize recovery, finish eating at least three to four hours before bed. Light, easy-to-digest meals like soups or smoothies can make a noticeable difference in sleep quality.
3. Subtractive Sleep Improving sleep often comes from removing the habits that disrupt it rather than just adding more supplements or tools. Avoiding alcohol and late-night meals can significantly boost HRV, increase deep sleep, and enhance your overall recovery each night.
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