The Sagewell Wellness Library 2530 - Sleep and Your Hormones

Every night, while you rest, your body conducts a symphony of hormonal activity that shapes your mood, metabolism, appetite, and resilience. When sleep falters, this delicate orchestra falls out of tune—cortisol rises when it should fall, melatonin dims, hunger hormones misfire, and your cells become less responsive to insulin. The result is not just fatigue but a cascade of hormonal imbalances that can affect weight, energy, fertility, and even long-term health. In *Sleep and Your Hormones*, science communicator Julian Foss Reyner gently guides you through the latest consensus from research reviewed by major health organizations—no hype, no magic bullets. You will discover how each key hormone depends on quality sleep and, crucially, what you can do to protect and restore that relationship. With a warm, evidence-informed voice, Reyner offers practical strategies—from adjusting light exposure to timing your meals—that help you reclaim the nightly reset your body craves. Whether you struggle with insomnia, shift work, or simply want to feel your best, this book provides a clear, actionable path toward hormonal harmony and deeper, more restorative sleep. Part of The Sagewell Wellness Library. About the author Julian Foss Reyner writes for The Sagewell Wellness Library.