The Sleep Detective podcast: why you can't sleep and how to fix it
Episodes
247: How to Reset Your Circadian Rhythm (Without Melatonin)
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to find out why you can’t sleep and get a step-by-step, customized plan to fix it? Schedule a consultation to get started with the Complete Sl...
246: 3 Ways to Increase Deep Sleep Naturally
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to find out why you can’t sleep and get a clear plan to fix it? Apply for the Complete Sleep Solution program: https://l.bttr.to/Y70np If yo...
245: Why ChatGPT Can't Fix Your Insomnia
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to find out why you can’t sleep and get a clear plan to fix it? Apply for the Complete Sleep Solution program: https://l.bttr.to/Y70npIf you’...
244: How to Get Off Sleeping Pills Without Rebound Insomnia
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 pr...
243: From Years of Insomnia to Deep, Restful Sleep Again (Carol’s story)
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 pr...
242: Why Longevity Protocols Could Be Wrecking Your Sleep
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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/...
241: How to Get Out of Constant Hyperarousal
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 pr...
240: The Only Sleep "Hack" That Actually Works in 2026
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 pr...
239: How to Fall Back Asleep in the Middle of the Night
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 al...
238: Stop Taking Sleep Supplements Until You Do This
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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....
237: You Can’t Sleep Because You’re Treating the Wrong Stress
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
236: Why a Sluggish Liver Wrecks Your Sleep (Even If You Don't Drink)
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
235: The Only 2 Things You Need to Sleep Better in 2026
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 beca...
234: The One Factor That Determines Whether the Holidays Help—or Hurt—Your Sleep
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you sleep better during the holidays? Or is it even harder to fall asleep and you're awake even longer in the middle of the night, no matter wh...
233: 3 Reasons Low Protein Destroys Your Sleep (And How Much You Really Need)
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think protein is just for building muscle, but when it comes to sleep, inadequate protein could be the missing piece that's keeping yo...
232: 5 Peptides That Could Transform Your Sleep
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've tried everything for better sleep and nothing works, peptides might be the missing piece. In this video, I'm breaking down five o...
231: How Kerry Finally Slept Again After Years of Failed Fixes
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After spending so much money on everything from hypnotherapy to sleep restriction to CBD oil, Kerry was going 4-5 days without any sleep and literally...
230: 3 Reasons Why Your Mind Won't Stop Racing at Night
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If meditation and breathwork haven't stopped your racing mind at night, it's because they can't fix what's really going on—there are...
229: 4 Hidden Ways Sleep Deprivation Wrecks Your Metabolism (And How to Fix It)
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that sleep deprivation can have a devastating impact on your metabolic health, leading to a range of problems including weight gain, insu...
228: 5 Unique Hacks for High Performers to Sleep Better
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tried everything to sleep better? I’m not about to tell you to have a bedtime routine and wear blue light blocking glasses. I’m going to tell you ...
227: How I Helped Matt Fix his BAD SLEEP Naturally (Matt's Story)
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All of a sudden Matt couldn’t fall asleep anymore when he was 31 yrs old. The only thing that worked for him was a benzodiazepine, which he did not ...
226: Why Andrew Huberman’s Sleep Advice Doesn’t Work for You
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you tried Huberman’s sleep stack and advice and they don't work for you? In this episode, I’ll explain why they don’t work for chronic...
225: What's Causing Your Sleep Issues When Blood Work Is NORMAL?
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you gone to your doctor and gotten blood work done and everything comes back “normal?” So many of my clients tell me this! But there IS somet...
224: How What's Living in Your Gut Causes Insomnia: The Sleep-Gut Connection (Parasites, H. pylori, Candida)
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This may gross you out, but here's the truth: if you're waking up at 3 AM, there's probably something living in your gut that's keepin...
223: Silent Sleep Robbers: 5 Hidden Imbalances Keeping You Awake
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know what's really frustrating? You're doing everything right—no caffeine after 2pm, perfect sleep hygiene, you’ve tried all the supps...
222: The 3 Hidden Imbalances That Stole Paul's Sleep (And How We Fixed Them)
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're going through a bout of sleepless nights, this episode will give you hope.You'll learn:How Paul went from zero sleep to 9+ hours nig...
221: Why She Still Couldn't Sleep After 20 Years: The Overlooked Cause
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jane on a profound journey as Martha Lewis helps her uncover the shocking root cause of her 20-year sleep struggle. After two decades of restless...
220: 7 Sleep Myths Keeping You Awake: Debunked by a Sleep Expert
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've tried perfect sleep hygiene or taking sleep meds and you're STILL lying awake at night, it's not your fault. Today I'm debun...
219: Why Smart Entrepreneurs Struggle with Sleep – and What to Do About It
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a smart entrepreneur who's researched everything, tried every supplement, and STILL can't sleep through the night—this episode...
218: 20 Years of Sleepless Nights: Here's What Finally Helped
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you frustrated because you eat well and exercise and do all the right things and still don't sleep well? What if you could fall asleep easily...
217: How to Sleep Less and Still Perform at Your Peak
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you that sleeping fewer hours could actually make you perform better? Most people think they need 8-9 hours of sleep to function at the...
Sleep Better with these Lab Tests
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m making a big change to how I investigate your sleep. Instead of piecing together multiple labs, I’m now using one company that gives me more a...
216: The Missing Piece Keeping an Entrepreneur Awake at Night - Dan's Sleep Breakthrough Session
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you almost given up hope that you can sleep well again because you’ve tried so many things? Maybe even including functional lab testing.In toda...
215: Still Not Sleeping? The 3-Step Fix For Adults 40+
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you still lying awake at night, even after trying everything? Well, the fact is sleep gets harder after 40. BUT there's a reason why and a 3 step ...
214: How To End Morning Fatigue and Afternoon Energy Crashes: 3 Hidden Energy Killers
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You could be getting 7+ hours every night and still wake up exhausted because your body is fighting 3 hidden battles while you sleep.Today, I'm going ...
213: Why Your Mind Races at Night - 4 Hidden Body Imbalances Keeping You Awake
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you lie awake at 3 AM with racing thoughts? Despite trying every meditation app and breathing technique, your mind won't quiet down? Here's...
212: The Productivity Sleep Crisis: Why One Less Hour of Sleep Costs You 2 Hours of Productivity (And How to Fix It)
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you can tell you've been less productive as the years go by, let's talk about it, because it doesn't have to be this way just because life is crazy...
211. How to Stop Needing THC for Sleep - Steve's Sleep Breakthrough Session
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Schedule a consultation to get started with the Complete Sleep Solution program so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and pe...
210. Why You Wake Up at 3AM Every Night (+ The 3 Hidden Causes Your Doctor Missed)
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop me if this sounds familiar: It's 3AM, your eyes snap open, your mind starts racing, and you're wide awake for the next hour or two, watching the ...
209. From 11 Years of Chronic Insomnia to Sleeping Without Anxiety: How Functional Lab Testing Changed Everything-Mark’s story
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Schedule a consultation to get started with the Complete Sleep Solution program so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and pe...
208. 4 Sleep Supplements That Actually Work (NOT Magnesium or Melatonin) - After Testing Hundreds of Clients
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Schedule a consultation to get started with the Complete Sleep Solution program so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and pe...
207. The 5-Minute Technique to Stop Racing Thoughts At Night: EFT Tapping for Sleep w/ Julie Schiffman
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Schedule a consultation to get started with the Complete Sleep Solution program so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and pe...
206. The possible missing root cause of your sleep issues-Meryl's sleep breakthrough session
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is 1 common cause of sleep issues that is often overlooked and completely explains why you’re sleeping restlessly and waking up all night long...
205. The Surprising Connection Between High Cholesterol and Sleep Issues
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Schedule a consultation to get started with the Complete Sleep Solution program so you can consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted, naturally and pe...
204. Why you’re only sleeping 5-7 hours a night
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Schedule your consultation to get started with the Complete Sleep Solution program.If you're only sleeping 5-7 hours a night, your body has likely...
203. How a mom is excited for bedtime again and sleeps 7 ½ hours a night-Jane's success story
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Find out more and sign up for the Sleep Insight program here. Are you a parent who isn’t sleeping well and it’s affecting your entire family?You’...
202. What's CAUSING Your Seasonal Allergies AND Insomnia?
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Both seasonal allergies and insomnia are signs that your body isn’t totally healthy, even if you eat well and exercise and care about your health.Yo...
201. Sleep tips for when sleep hygiene & CBTi don't work-Sleep Breakthrough session with Maggie
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maggie has had trouble falling asleep and staying asleep off and on for the past 13 years. She’s tried all the things: CDB, melatonin, no screens, d...
200. Is Your Sleep Being RUINED By These Hidden Issues?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of lying awake at night wondering why you can’t sleep? You’re trying to do all the right things, a relaxing bedtime routine, healthy...
199. ONE Simple Mindset Trick CHANGED My Sleep Forever!
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is 1 big mistake I see people doing when they can’t sleep that is ruining their sleep even more. It may seem obvious once you hear what it is ...
198. How to get your libido back
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you blaming yourself or your partner because you don’t want to have sex anymore? If you've lost your libido and want to get it back so you ...
197. For MEN: How sex hormones affect sleep
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When we think of hormone imbalances, we usually think of women being crazy before their period or as they’re going through menopause. However, men’...
196. When HRT and adrenal support aren't enough to sleep well-Sleep Breakthrough session with Zenia
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you tried HRT and adrenal support and it hasn’t helped? You’re meditating in the morning and you have the perfect relaxing routine before bed...
195. How a teacher and a mom got off Trazodone and sleeps 7-8 hours a night in 2 months
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My client Maura came to me when she was struggling to fall asleep and would go days without sleeping if she wasn’t taking a sleeping pill. She was ...
194. The simple formula for 7+ hours of restful sleep
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep should be easy and if it’s not it’s because you're missing one or both of the 2 things I’m going to talk about today. You'll learn: why ...
193. Unconventional first steps for better sleep
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The reason sleep hygiene, random supplements and CBTi haven’t solved your sleep problems is because there are imbalances in your body that are keepi...
192. 6 unique hacks to do when you can't sleep (and 3 things not to do!)
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What you’re thinking and doing when you can’t sleep could be making it worse!In this episode I’m going to share: 6 things you can do to help yo...
191. How to fix your mood swings and improve your mental health
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your mood up and down and you don’t like yourself when you’re grumpy? You can be irritable and not yourself, especially when you haven’t slep...
190. The #1 way to prevent dementia -fix your sleep!
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I know this may be hard to hear, but if you aren’t sleeping well, you have a higher risk of developing dementia. I’m not saying this to scare you....
189. How a dad and spiritual coach fixed his gut and got off sleep meds in 2 months-David's story
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you can’t sleep, your gut isn’t healthy. Even if you take a probiotic and eat well and don’t have any digestive symptoms. Almost all of my c...
188. Why your healthy lifestyle isn't solving your sleep issues-Sleep Breakthrough session with Abraham
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you already live a healthy lifestyle and have tried everything to sleep better and maybe your doctor even told you that you think too much or it’...
187. How strenuous exercise can ruin sleep and what to do instead
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crossfit, training for a half marathon and hot yoga could be ruining your sleep instead of helping it!In this episode, I explain: what strenuous exerc...
186. Why your supplements aren’t working for sleep, energy, focus, digestion, etc. (and what will)
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You want to feel your best and optimize your health and fix an immediate problem quickly, so you’re taking all these supplements to try to solve the...
185. 3 simple steps to change your thoughts about sleep so you can sleep well
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to sleep well consistently, you need to change your thoughts about sleep. It’s not just about fixing the imbalances in your body. If you...
184. How lose your belly fat in 30 days
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to lose your belly fat or the last 10 lbs without hours in the gym or calorie counting or restrictive diets?In this episode, you’re goin...
183. The 5 most common hidden health issues affecting your sleep and longevity
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve been lied to—fixing your sleep isn’t just about a dark room and no screens before bed.The reason you aren’t sleeping is because your bo...
182. 3 ways to deal with waking up in the middle of the night-Sleep Breakthrough session with Sunil
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sunil started waking up in the middle of the night about 6 months ago and it doesn’t make sense because he eats healthy, he exercises, he doesn’t ...
181. How you can get better sleep and lose weight while going through tough times (divorce, loss, moving, etc.)
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re going through a stressful time, such as you’re in the middle of a divorce, moving, or recently lost a loved one, you may think that now ...
180. 5 unconventional sleep tips for 2025
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you tried following all the sleep advice you hear about everywhere: follow a bedtime routine, stop drinking caffeine at 2pm, don’t watch TV bef...
179. How to find the right diet for YOUR body and deep sleep
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s so much conflicting information about nutrition and diets that it’s hard to figure out what’s right. Should you eat plant or animal base...
178. When is it time to get help with your sleep?
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your sleep up and down and so it’s easy to ignore it when you're sleeping ok and then you get more determined when it deteriorates again? And...
177. How the MTHFR gene & methylation affect sleep
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heard about the MTHFR gene or know that you have it? With all the info out there, it’s really confusing to know what you should do if you have it. A...
Official Trailer: The Sleep Detective podcast with Martha Lewis
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have trouble falling asleep or you wake up at 3am most nights? And you’ve tried what seems like everything? What if you could consistently sl...
176. What Paul did to stop waking up at 3am and run a half marathon at his best time ever
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you waking up at 2 or 3am and it’s affecting your health and fitness? You’re fatigued and your cramps while running have gotten worse? This wa...
175. Top 4 things I learned to overcome my own sleep issues
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I dealt with my own sleep issues for 2 years after I gave birth to my son, but I finally figured out how to sleep well again and you can too! In thi...
174. The 4 steps to consistently sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted in 2025
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No matter how long you’ve had insomnia, or how many things you’ve tried to sleep better, you can still sleep 7+ hours uninterrupted. In this epi...
173. How to calm your nervous system so you can sleep well!
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re stuck in fight or flight, it’s impossible to sleep well. Chronic illness, trauma, or stress can keep your body in stress mode instea...
172. How to sleep well during the holidays
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your sleep can get worse over the holidays if you aren’t careful! Here are some tips to help you stay healthy and sleep well this holiday season. Yo...
171. The 4 lab tests that will find why you aren’t sleeping normally
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you often lay awake in the middle of the night wondering why you can’t sleep, you won’t want to miss this episode! You’ll learn all about the...
170. Why you’re waking up at 3am
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are 3 main reasons why you’re waking up at 3am and having trouble falling back asleep. In this episode, you’ll learn: How the blood suga...
169. 5 Traps to avoid with chronic insomnia
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been struggling to sleep for a while, you’ve probably tried lots of different things to try to figure it out. In this episode, I share...
BONUS. 4 Reasons why nothing has worked to help you sleep SO FAR
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've tried what seems like everything to sleep (melatonin, magnesium, CBD, herbs, sleeping pills, Tylenol PM, sleep trackers, a new mattress, ess...
BONUS. The 4 functional lab tests that will show WHY you can’t sleep even if your blood work is normal
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to find and fix the underlying health issues that are keeping you awake at night. Resources mentioned on this episode: Video of my screen Fi...
BONUS. How to consistently sleep 7+ hours
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I have helped hundreds of clients over the last 5 years restore their health and sleep well. Find out more about the Complete Sleep Solution program....
168. Seven critical mistakes most people with insomnia don’t know they're making
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast series, you’ll learn what causes poor sleep and how to “cure” your insomnia so you can sleep better permanently and naturally. R...
BONUS. How Jane slept 7.5 hours straight for the first time in years
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When Jane, a mom with a toddler, started my program, she had been struggling with sleep for 13 years starting in college. Find out more about the Com...
BONUS. How to get off sleeping pills and still sleep well
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sleeping pills are going to make things worse for you. Find out more about the Complete Sleep Solution program.
BONUS. Get to the root cause of your sleep issues so you can stop spending money on medical bills
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been struggling to sleep for a while, you’ve spent plenty of time and money trying to fix it. Find out more about the Complete Sleep So...
BONUS. Why you're anxious, depressed and can't sleep
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety, depression, and insomnia all have the same cause: imbalances in your body. Find out more about the Complete Sleep Solution program.
167. How to sleep better and make your insomnia the best thing that ever happened to you!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast series, you’ll learn what causes poor sleep and how to “cure” your insomnia so you can sleep better permanently and naturally. R...
BONUS. How an architect lost 15 lbs and got his energy, creativity and confidence back by fixing his sleep
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My client Jaipal came to me because he had had trouble sleeping for 20 years and it was starting to affect his work and life. Find out more about the...
BONUS. Why you're tired during the day and wired at night
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re tired during the day and wired at night, that means your cortisol levels are out of whack! Resources mentioned on this episode: Video o...
BONUS. What happens when you sleep less than 7 hours a night
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re like myself and my clients, you care about your long-term health and longevity. Find out more about the Complete Sleep Solution program.
BONUS. How I overcame insomnia
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am passionate about sleep because I struggled for 2 years until I figured out why I wasn't sleeping! Find out more and sign up for the Insomnia ...
BONUS. Why you're only sleeping 5-6 hours a night
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re only sleeping 5-7 hours a night, your body has been out of balance for years. Find out more and sign up for the Insomnia Insight progr...
166. What lab tests will show why you can’t sleep
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast series, you’ll learn what causes poor sleep and how to “cure” your insomnia so you can sleep better permanently and naturally. R...
BONUS. How Natayla is sleeping 6 hours straight in 2 months
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My client Natayla in the Insomnia Insight program was waking up 4-5 times a night to sleeping 6 hours straight in less than 3 months! Find out more a...
BONUS. There's more than 1 reason why you can't sleep
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you can't sleep normally, there are multiple imbalances in your body-it's never just one thing. But we can find what they are and fix them so you c...
BONUS. How to stop peeing at night
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re waking up to pee several times a night, and having trouble falling back asleep, there are reasons why. And we can fix it so you can finall...
BONUS. The bottom-line truth about why you can't sleep and how to fix it
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You'll learn: what metabolic chaos means what causes metabolic chaos how metabolic chaos can lead to insomnia the problem with treating symp...