Top Sleep Expert: Why Bad Sleep Is the Hidden Cause of Your Worst Health Problems | Dr. Michael Mak
Top Sleep Expert: Why Bad Sleep Is the Hidden Cause of Your Worst Health Problems | Dr. Michael Mak  
Podcast: Gent's Talk
Published On: Mon Mar 17 2025
Description: In this week’s episode of Gent’s Talk (S10, E142), powered by Gent’s Post, host  Samir Mourani sits down with Dr. Michael Mak, a leading sleep expert to uncover the shocking truth about poor sleep and its devastating effects on your health.We all know sleep is important—but most people don’t realize just how dangerous sleep deprivation really is. Chronic sleep issues don’t just leave you tired; they’re linked to weight gain, heart disease, cognitive decline, and even early death. In this episode, we break down why sleep needs to be taken seriously and what happens when you don’t get enough of it. Dr. Mak shares life-changing insights on how sleep affects your brain, body, and overall well-being, as well as actionable strategies to improve your sleep quality before it’s too late. In this episode, we cover:- The shocking link between poor sleep and major diseases- How lack of sleep wrecks your metabolism and mental health- Why caffeine, screens, and stress are sabotaging your sleep cycle- Proven strategies to improve sleep quality and wake up refreshed- The biggest sleep myths that are ruining your restIf you’re constantly feeling tired, struggling with focus, or dealing with unexplained health issues, this episode will open your eyes to the life-or-death impact of sleep. Don’t wait until it’s too late—fix your sleep today.Hit play now and learn how to take back control of your health!Subscribe for more in-depth interviews with industry leaders, creatives, and change-makers.Connect with us!Subscribe here ► https://www.youtube.com/@GentsTalkPodcastWebsite: https://gentspost.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gentstalkpod/ | https://www.instagram.com/gentspost/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gentstalkpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/gentspost/About Gent’s Talk:Gent’s Talk, powered by Gent’s Post, is an episodic video podcast featuring leading voices across various industries. Guests have included Justin Baldoni, Russell Peters, James Blunt, Robin Sharma, Director X, JP Saxe, Johnny Orlando, Dom Gabriel, Nick Bateman and more. Conversations explore career, mental health, relationships, self-improvement, and personal growth, offering raw, unfiltered insights into success, lessons learned, and challenges faced along the way. Gent’s Talk is the first-ever video podcast available for streaming on all Air Canada domestic and international flights.Credits:Host/Producer: Samir MouraniCreative Director & Executive Producer: Steven BrancoA STAMINA Group Production.