Why Sleeping in Total Darkness Is a Big Deal

June 16, 2025

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Today, we’ll uncover why sleeping in total darkness matters for your health, and break down the Dirty Dozen—why some fruits and vegetables carry more pesticides than others.

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Chrisy Trudeau

Managing Editor

Why Sleeping in Total Darkness Is a Big Deal

Sleep is not merely a passive act of unconsciousness; it is an active process of repair and recalibration.

“The body’s systems only achieve euphoric homeostasis—true well-being—when the demands of the day are met with enough depth, timing, and continuity of sleep. Light at night interrupts this, even if subtly, and especially for those already vulnerable,” said Dr. Roger Washington.

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Demystifying the Dirty Dozen: Why Some Fruits and Vegetables Carry More Pesticides

New items have been added to the Environmental Working Group’s “Dirty Dozen.”Nutritionists share practical ways to reduce pesticide exposure.

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Today’s Meal Idea

Recipe Approved by Sheridan Genrich

Clinical Nutritionist & Naturopathic Expert

Affogato

This classic Italian dessert, called caffè affogato (which means “drowned coffee”), couldn’t be simpler. Just two ingredients (or three if you add a splash of liqueur) come together to make something much better than the sum of their parts. Creamy vanilla gelato or ice cream topped with a hot shot of espresso—it’s the perfect after-dinner treat when you want something fancy-ish but don’t want to lift a finger.

How to Make It

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