We often think health is all about what we eat, how we move, or which supplements we take. But there’s another layer that rarely gets the spotlight: when we do those things. That’s the world of chronobiology, the science of your body’s natural rhythms, and it’s the focus of this episode of the Everyday Epigenetics: Raw, Real, Relatable podcast.
What Is Chronobiology?
Chronobiology is the study of how our bodies are wired to follow natural cycles that align with the 24-hour day-night rhythm. It influences hormone regulation, digestion, cellular repair, mental alertness, and more. In simple terms: your body has a clock, and when you honor it, everything flows better. When you ignore it, stress builds up, and your health suffers.
Why It Matters
Most of us are living against our natural rhythms. Late-night scrolling, artificial light, irregular meals, and shift work push our bodies out of sync. The result? Fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, weight gain, and increased risk for chronic disease. As Susan Robbins explains, it’s not about doing more, it’s about doing the right things at the right times.
Early Birds vs. Night Owls
One of the most eye-opening insights from the episode is how different health types thrive at different times of day. Some people are wired for early mornings; others gain energy in the afternoon or evening. Problems arise when we force ourselves to fit into schedules that go against our biology. Even couples and families can benefit from recognizing and respecting these differences.
The Cost of Ignoring Your Clock
Susan shares her own story of working night shifts as a first responder, thinking she was a “night owl,” only to find her health deteriorating. Research backs this up: shift work and chronic circadian disruption increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even cancer.
Finding Your Flow
The good news? You can realign with your natural rhythm. Start by paying attention to your sleep, meal timing, and movement. Small shifts, like dimming lights at night, moving at the right times of day, or honoring your personal energy peaks, can create powerful ripple effects for your health, relationships, and productivity.
Chronobiology is more than science, it’s a reminder to stop fighting your biology and start flowing with it. When you align your lifestyle with your body’s clock, you don’t just survive, you thrive.
RESOURCES:
Episode 1 with Dr. Cam McDonald:
Huberman Podcast Alcohol:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkS1pkKpILY
Huberman Podcast Circadian Rhythm:
https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/light-exposure-and-circadian-rhythm
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Kate brings nearly two decades of experience as a licensed psychotherapist and board certified art therapist, combined with her work as a Radiant Life coach to the table. She is also the multi-award-winning author of three powerful self-help psychology books. Kate’s work integrates epigenetics through a relational, behavioral, and intergenerational family trauma lens. She also incorporates brain and nervous system science with psychology, spirituality, and creativity for a dynamic approach to deep inner work and personal healing.
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Susan is a retired law enforcement officer and an accomplished Certified Epigenetic Human Performance Coach with a diverse and extensive background in wellness. She began her wellness career in 2015 as a holistic health and stress management coach. Her passion for helping others led her to expand her expertise into epigenetics in 2019, where she discovered the missing piece of the health optimization puzzle: Personalized health.
As a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Certified Level 2 Apeiron Zoh Epigenetic Human Performance Coach (DNA), and Certified PH360 Coach through Precision Health Alliance, Susan has developed a unique approach to health and wellness through completely personalized health. She is the proud recipient of the 2023 Precision Health Alliance Coach of the Year award. Susan works with clients to elevate their health and overall quality of life by understanding their unique needs based on their genetic makeup, taking out the guesswork, and getting results.
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Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.
