# 36 - Science You Can Use: Protein, Movement, and Better Sleep

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Published: 2025-07-23T11:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://1000-waking-minutes.captivate.fm/episode/science-you-can-use-protein-movement-and-better-sleep
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Can more plant protein in your meals help you live longer? Is it too late to start exercising if you’re over 60? And what’s the one form of magnesium that may actually help improve your sleep and next-day memory? In this “Science You Can Use” episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian shares three new research studies that go beyond the headlines and into real life. These studies offer timely, practical takeaways about what’s on your plate, how much you move (even if you’re starting now), and how you sleep and restore. No pressure. Just useful insight to help shape a sharper, more vibrant day. WE DISCUSS: (1:14) Welcome and what we’re going to cover today (5:35) Study 1 – Plant Protein and Longevity: What 57 years of global data reveal (13:36) Study 2 – Movement and the Brain: How even 10 minutes a day can reduce dementia risk  (21:02) Study 3 – Magnesium L-Threonate: A unique form of magnesium that improves sleep and memory (29:32) 3 Things to Try This Week: Simple shifts to test out in your life (30:33) Gratitude and a reminder to tune in next time CONNECT WITH WENDY: Follow on Instagram: @1000WakingMinutes Visit the website: wendybazilian.com Email: 1KWM@wendybazilian.com PLEASE SUPPORT: If you’re enjoying 1,000 Waking Minutes , help us grow: • Subscribe to get new episodes as soon as they drop • Rate & Review the show—your feedback helps others find the podcast • Join the conversation! Share your thoughts or questions by visiting wendybazilian.com or connecting on social media Thank you for tuning in to 1,000 Waking Minutes and being part of this journey—together. A huge thank you to our amazing collaborators including our production and marketing teams and Gabriela Escalante in particular. To the ultra-talented Beza for my theme music, my lifelo…

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