#227 - Top 10 Sleep Threat Power Rankings: Take You To The Top

Dr. Saema Tahir (@thenycsleepdoctor) joins me for another countdown of the Top 10 Sleep Threats. From social media sleep hacks and nightly Benadryl to the dangers of relying on sleep trackers and chatbots for medical advice, Dr. Tahir takes aim at some of the most common misconceptions in sleep medicine. In this episode we will: Explore why AI and social media aren't substitutes for proper sleep evaluations. Discuss the risks of nightly Benadryl and the myth of the relaxing nightcap. Examine the consequences of weekend sleep-ins and irregular sleep schedules. Explain why sleep hygiene alone isn't an effective treatment for chronic insomnia. Investigate how insufficient sleep can mimic ADHD symptoms. To find out more about this week's podcast sponsor Halo by Screen Zen, please use the following link: https://screenzen.co/products/halo Use the discount code DRWINTER for 20% off Original intro music Vigilanteology by Abhinav Singh (copyright 2026) Original outro music Vigilanteology (reprise) by Abhinav Singh (copyright 2026) Produced by: Maeve Winter Music by: Dr. Abhinav Singh (@sleep_vigilante), all rights reserved More Twitter: @drchriswinter IG: @drchriwinter Threads: @drchriswinter Bluesky: @drchriswinter The Sleep Solution and The Rested Child Thanks for listening and sleep well!