06/09/2025
💤 Why women struggle with sleep (and what helps)
If you’ve ever felt wired but tired at night, you’re not alone. Women are 40% more likely to deal with insomnia than men.
Why?
Hormones shift through every season of life: PMS, postpartum, perimenopause.
Stress spikes cortisol (the “stay awake” hormone).
And here’s the kicker, when sleep slips, everything slips: Mood. Focus. Cravings. Metabolism.
But here’s the hope 👇
✨ Gut-brain support – Your gut makes 90% of your serotonin, the calming neurotransmitter that sets you up for deep, restorative sleep. This is why I love Happy Juice. It nourishes that gut-brain axis so your body can naturally regulate mood, energy, and yes…sleep.
✨ Exercise – Even a 20-minute walk can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Movement lowers stress hormones and teaches your body when it’s time to power down.
✨ Protein – It’s not just for muscle. A steady flow of amino acids (especially at dinner or as a before-bed snack) keeps blood sugar stable through the night, preventing those 2am wake-ups.
✨ Circadian rhythm reset – Light in the morning, darkness at night.
The sweet spot? 7–9 hours. But most women are averaging only 6.5 and paying for it the next day.
So if you’re tired of being tired… it’s not your fault. Your body just needs the right kind of support.
