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Metabolic Health Insights

Estradiol positively influences metabolic health, enhancing strength and reducing cravings during its peak. However, as progesterone rises in the second half of the cycle, insulin resistance can increase, leading to more cravings. Prioritizing sleep is crucial, as it supports metabolic function and overall health, especially as age affects sleep quality.

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- Tell me more about how during high hormonal phases of the menstrual cycle, women tend to sleep less but benefit from more efficient and high-quality sleep, with denser sleep spindles and better theta cycles, and how during other phases, women may need more sleep to achieve the same restorative effects, as discussed in the episode Dr. Gina Poe: Use Sleep to Enhance Learning, Memory & Emotional State | Huberman Lab Podcast and the clip Sleep and Hormonal Impact.