The Sleep Detective podcast: why you can't sleep and how to fix it

Martha Lewis
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Can't fall asleep? Or stay asleep? Tried everything? In this podcast, sleep expert and functional health coach Martha Lewis gets into the science of why you can't sleep in both your body and your mind. She tells you how to find the root cause of your sleep issues so you can sleep well naturally. She talks about what to do when you can't fall asleep, natural remedies for insomnia, why you have trouble sleeping, and what causes chronic trouble sleeping. If you've tried everything and you still can't sleep, this podcast is for you. You are meant to sleep well! and you can cure your insomnia!

  1. 1D AGO

    242: Why Longevity Protocols Could Be Wrecking Your Sleep

    Ready to get to the bottom of your sleep issues so you can live a long and healthy life? Apply for Complete Sleep Solution program: https://l.bttr.to/Y70np If you’re following longevity protocols — supplements, fasting, peptides, biohacks — and your sleep isn’t getting better or has actually gotten worse, this one is for you. In this episode, I’m going to show you: the hidden reason longevity protocols backfire on sleep how to recognize when your body is asking for something different what has to come first before any optimization actually works.

    9 min

  2. FEB 11

    241: How to Get Out of Constant Hyperarousal

    Ready to get to the bottom of your sleep issues so you can consistently feel rested and full of energy every day? Apply for Complete Sleep Solution program: https://l.bttr.to/Y70np If you’re stuck in constant hyperarousal, this episode is for you. You’ll learn: What constant hyperarousal really is (and what it’s not) Why your nervous system won’t exit fight-or-flight And what actually has to change for sleep to become possible again I also share the story of a client whose sleep fell apart almost overnight — and why what looked like “anxiety” was actually something very different. Matt’s episode:  Primal Trust Program for nervous system regulation: https://cathleenking.simplero.com/products/143239-Membership-PRIMAL-TRUST-Academy?ref=47099-martha-Lewis

    15 min

  3. FEB 4

    240: The Only Sleep "Hack" That Actually Works in 2026

    Ready to get to the bottom of your sleep issues so you can consistently feel rested and full of energy every day? Apply for Complete Sleep Solution program: https://l.bttr.to/Y70np In this episode, you’re going to understand why most sleep hacks fail, why adding more tools often makes sleep worse, and what actually has to change for your brain and body to finally settle at night. 00:00 Introduction: Why Sleep Hacks Fail 01:12 A Real-Life Struggle with Insomnia 02:56 Common Sleep Solutions and Their Shortcomings 05:30 The Real Causes of Insomnia 06:08 Finding the Root Cause: The Only True Solution 07:02 Conclusion: Sleep is Always Fixable Find out more about the Complete Sleep Solution Program at https://thesleepdetective.com/complete-sleep-solution

    8 min

  4. JAN 28

    239: How to Fall Back Asleep in the Middle of the Night

    You wake up in the middle of the night, stare at the clock, and feel that sinking panic as you realize you’re wide awake again—and tomorrow’s already starting to feel ruined. If that’s you, this episode is for you. As a functional sleep coach, I’ve worked with hundreds of clients who deal with these middle-of-the-night wakeups, and what makes this so frustrating isn’t just being awake—it’s not knowing why it keeps happening or what will actually help. In this episode, I’m going to show you 3 ways to get back to sleep faster when this happens, and what you need to change long-term so you stop waking up in the middle of the night altogether. Schedule a consultation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete Sleep Solution program⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and permanently. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://p.bttr.to/3VJwvDs

    14 min

  5. JAN 21

    238: Stop Taking Sleep Supplements Until You Do This

    If you’re taking sleep supplements right now and still can’t fall asleep, can’t stay asleep, or feel worse than before, this episode is for you. Because today I’m going to walk you through two real client cases where well-intentioned sleep supplements were actually making sleep and health worse — not because the supplements were “bad,” but because they were taken without testing. Both of these clients were smart, proactive, and doing what they were told to do. Magnesium, calming amino acids, adrenal and hormone-support supplements — all recommended to them. And yet they were wired at night, waking up too early, or feeling more depleted over time. In this episode, I’ll break down: exactly what the testing revealed in those two cases why symptom-based supplementing backfires the 1 thing you need to do before taking another sleep supplement  so you can stop guessing and move toward falling asleep faster, staying asleep, and waking up rested. Schedule a consultation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete Sleep Solution program⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and permanently. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://p.bttr.to/3VJwvDs

    10 min

  6. JAN 14

    237: You Can’t Sleep Because You’re Treating the Wrong Stress

    If your sleep is off, you probably think stress is the reason — but chances are you’re only aware of one kind of stress, even though your body is dealing with all three. In this episode, I’m going to break down the three types of stress that most commonly interfere with sleep, so you can recognize what’s actually keeping your nervous system from settling at night. Schedule a consultation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete Sleep Solution program⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and permanently. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://p.bttr.to/3VJwvDs

    11 min

  7. JAN 7

    236: Why a Sluggish Liver Wrecks Your Sleep (Even If You Don't Drink)

    If you’ve dialed in sleep hygiene, tried meditation, and built a solid bedtime routine—but your sleep still isn’t where it should be—there is a missing piece that most people never think about, especially if they don’t drink alcohol. In this episode, I’m talking about how one often-overlooked organ can quietly interfere with sleep, why so many high-functioning adults miss it, and the signs that tell us it needs support—long before standard labs flag a problem. Schedule a consultation⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete Sleep Solution program⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and permanently. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://p.bttr.to/3VJwvDs 00:00 Introduction to Sleep Issues 00:51 The Overlooked Role of the Liver 01:29 Liver's Impact on Sleep 04:44 Signs of a Sluggish Liver 07:35 Testing for Liver Function 10:23 Comprehensive Sleep Solutions 11:23 Get Help with Your Sleep

    12 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    235: The Only 2 Things You Need to Sleep Better in 2026

    You’ve probably tried supplements, routines, trackers, and every sleep tip you can find—and you’re still lying awake at night. That’s not because you’re doing something wrong or because your body is broken. It’s because most sleep advice misses the only two things getting in the way of good sleep. In this episode, I’m breaking down the two levers that truly matter for sleep in 2026: removing what’s actively stressing your nervous system, and restoring what your body no longer has enough of.  You’ll learn how toxins, infections, and hidden physiological stressors keep your brain on high alert—and why no amount of “calming” supplements will work until those are addressed. I’ll also walk you through what the body commonly runs short on as we age or live under chronic stress, and how supporting those foundations should come before biohacking, peptides, and longevity supplements. Schedule a consultation⁠⁠⁠ to get started with the ⁠⁠⁠Complete Sleep Solution program⁠⁠⁠ so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and permanently. ⁠⁠⁠https://p.bttr.to/3VJwvDs 00:00 Introduction: Why Sleep Tips Fail 00:20 The Two Key Levers for Better Sleep 00:33 Understanding Toxins and Their Impact 00:46 The Role of Deficiencies in Sleep Issues 02:05 The Car Analogy: Gas and Brake 03:19 Removing Toxins for Better Sleep 05:51 Replenishing What Your Body Needs 06:26 Foundations Before Biohacking 07:48 Conclusion: Steps to Better Sleep 08:11 Next Steps: The 3 Step Sleep Fix

    8 min
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Can't fall asleep? Or stay asleep? Tried everything? In this podcast, sleep expert and functional health coach Martha Lewis gets into the science of why you can't sleep in both your body and your mind. She tells you how to find the root cause of your sleep issues so you can sleep well naturally. She talks about what to do when you can't fall asleep, natural remedies for insomnia, why you have trouble sleeping, and what causes chronic trouble sleeping. If you've tried everything and you still can't sleep, this podcast is for you. You are meant to sleep well! and you can cure your insomnia!

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