50: Sleep Science Today with Andrew Colsky - Episode 5050: Sleep Science Today with Andrew Colsky - Episode 50
UK Health Radio Podcast
Andrew Colsky explores Ayurvedic techniques for improving sleep with guest Vitote Lutkevičute, focusing on balancing diet, lifestyle, and energy levels.
45:32•12 Aug 2025
Unlocking Better Sleep with Ayurveda: A Deep Dive with Andrew Colsky
Episode Overview
- Establish a daily rhythm for eating and sleeping.
- Choose fresh, organic, local foods to maximise prana.
- Create a calming bedtime routine to ease into sleep.
- Balance energy levels by managing daytime activities.
- Avoid caffeine in the afternoon for better sleep quality.
“"We want things to be slow and nourishing during those hours leading up to sleep."”
Andrew Colsky takes you on a fascinating journey into the world of sleep science in this episode of Sleep Science Today. With a special focus on Ayurvedic techniques, Andrew is joined by Vitote Lutkevičute, an Ayurvedic health counsellor with a tongue-twisting name and a wealth of knowledge. Together, they explore how ancient practices can transform modern sleep struggles. Vitote shares her personal story of transitioning from a high-pressure career in European politics to embracing Ayurveda after battling insomnia.
Her insights into the delicate balance between diet, lifestyle, and sleep are sure to resonate with anyone who's ever felt overwhelmed by life's demands. Andrew and Vitote discuss how the principles of Ayurveda can help us manage our energy levels and improve our sleep quality. They emphasise the importance of establishing a daily rhythm, choosing nourishing foods, and creating a calming bedtime routine.
If you're curious about how ancient wisdom can offer solutions to contemporary sleep issues, this episode is a must-listen. It might just inspire you to swap your afternoon coffee for something more soothing.
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