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Josh Barrow and Anna Earl: Shift Worker Talk at Surrey Holistic

Watch the video below, where Anna and I, discuss some important topics for shift workers. This is great for anyone from emergency services, bus drivers, and so forth.

We explored how shift workers can boost energy, sleep, and nutrition by aligning daily routines with the traditional Chinese body clock.


The video shared practical tips on balancing work, rest, and meals, resetting the body clock with daylight, and managing stress through movement and social connection.


From better meal timing and nutrient balance to healthier caffeine and sugar swaps, we showed how small, realistic changes can improve health, mood, and overall wellbeing for anyone working outside the 9-to-5.


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