Tiny microbes in your gut and mouth can affect your sleep. The community of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes makes chemicals that send signals to your brain and influence your body’s internal clock. A healthy mix of microbes can help you sleep deeply, while an unbalanced one can cause restless nights. Scientists say eating well, reducing stress, and keeping regular bedtimes support healthy microbes and, thus, better sleep.
Tiny microbes in your gut and mouth can affect your sleep. The community of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes makes chemicals that send signals to your brain and influence your body’s internal clock. A healthy mix of microbes can help you sleep deeply, while an unbalanced one can cause restless nights. Scientists say eating well, reducing stress, and keeping regular bedtimes support healthy microbes and, thus, better sleep.