Because better sleep starts from the inside out.

At Atluxe, we believe that deep, restorative sleep is the foundation for a better life—and sometimes, that foundation begins in a place you might not expect: your gut.

It’s easy to think of digestion and sleep as two separate systems, but science tells us they’re more connected than ever. The communication between your gut and brain—known as the gut-brain axis—plays a powerful role in regulating sleep, mood, and even how rested you feel when you wake up.

The Gut-Brain-Sleep Connection

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes that make up your microbiome. These bacteria don’t just help digest food—they also produce neurotransmitters like serotonin, which is a precursor to melatonin, the hormone that controls your sleep-wake cycle.

When your gut is healthy, your body naturally produces more serotonin during the day and melatonin at night, helping you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. But when your gut is out of balance—due to stress, poor diet, antibiotics, or lack of sleep—it can disrupt this cycle.

How Gut Health Impacts Sleep:

• Melatonin Production: Nearly 90% of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut. Without enough of it, your melatonin levels can drop, making it harder to wind down.

• Inflammation: An unhealthy gut can lead to low-grade inflammation, which is linked to insomnia and lighter sleep.

• Mood Disorders: Gut imbalances are connected to anxiety and depression, both of which are major contributors to poor sleep.

And It Works Both Ways

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Just as gut health affects sleep, lack of sleep can harm your gut. Even a few nights of short sleep can disrupt your microbiome’s diversity. Over time, this can weaken your immune system, affect digestion, and contribute to weight gain or sugar cravings—all of which loop back into disrupted sleep.

Small Changes, Big Results

Improving your gut health doesn’t require a full diet overhaul. Start with simple changes:

• Eat more prebiotic fiber (think oats, bananas, asparagus).

• Add fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, or kimchi.

• Minimize ultra-processed foods, which can feed harmful gut bacteria.

• Prioritize sleep-friendly routines, like winding down with a warm shower and sleeping in breathable, toxin-free bedding (our bamboo sheets are a dreamy place to start).

Sleep Better, Feel Better

At Atluxe, we’re committed to helping you create a sleep sanctuary that supports your entire well-being—from the outside in, and the inside out. Because sleep isn’t just a luxury—it’s your body’s natural reset button. And when your gut and sleep are in harmony, everything else just flows.

Sweet dreams start with balance. And balance starts with you.