A Dose of Habit

#51 - 8 Powerful Ideas on Habits & Health (After 50 Episodes)

After 50 episodes exploring actionable strategies on habits and preventive health, I have gone through them all again and compiled the 8 most powerful ideas that are fundamental across the board. This is a good one to kick off 2026 with especially if you are adopting a new lifestyle. Come check it out for all of the details! https://beacons.ai/taraskozub [https://beacons.ai/taraskozub]

#50 - Sleep, Weight, Food Choices (Pt. 2)

In Part 2 of this series, we go deeper into why sleep loss drives increased calorie intake. Beyond brain pathways, we break down the role of appetite-regulating hormones, what the research says, and my practical takeaways. I’ll also share my personal interpretation of the science and give you actionable strategies and pearls of wisdom that you can apply today. https://beacons.ai/taraskozub [https://beacons.ai/taraskozub]

#49 - Sleep, Weight, Food Choices (Pt. 1)

In this episode, we explore the relationship between sleep, body weight, and the foods we eat. Before diving into the science, I will go over the fundamentals of how weight loss and weight gain actually work in our bodies. Then, we unpack what clinical trials reveal about the effects of sleep restriction and sleep deprivation on appetite and weight. This is Part 1 of the series.  https://beacons.ai/taraskozub [https://beacons.ai/taraskozub]

#48 - The Truth About Sleep Supplements

In this episode, I dive into the world of sleep supplements. From melatonin to magnesium and beyond, we'll cover the most researched supplements and go into the what the scientific literature says.  they really help you sleep, or are they mostly hype? By the end of it, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable strategies to navigate the supplement aisle and figure out what’s worth trying. Come check it out for all of the details! https://beacons.ai/taraskozub [https://beacons.ai/taraskozub]

#47 - Can We Recover Lost Sleep Over The Weekend?

So you're not feeling as sharp as you thought you would early Monday morning. There’s a reason behind this! In this episode, I'll dive into some research on sleep restriction and recovery, and whether catching up on the weekend is enough to reverse the damage. Come check it out for all of the details! https://beacons.ai/taraskozub [https://beacons.ai/taraskozub]