Dietary Fibre Could be Linked to Better Sleep, 2026 Microbiome Study Hints
A new microbiome study is looking into the impact that dietary fibre has on the quality of an individual’s sleep.
Zhe Wang at Shandong First Medical University in China and his colleagues examined 53 observational studies that compared the gut microbiota of people who experienced sleep disturbances with those of people who didn’t.
The team concluded that dietary fibre is important because an individual’s microbial signature could be used to further distinguish clinical conditions from other sleep complaints — helping to make treatment more targeted.
While experts are optimistic about the findings, further studies involving controlled interventions are needed to confirm if there’s a causal relationship.
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Disability Benefits for Sleep Disorders in Canada
Sleep disorders, including insomnia, have a profound impact on an individual’s ability to perform their job duties — even with appropriate treatment.
For Canadians who can’t work, short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) benefits can provide a crucial financial lifeline.
How These Benefits Help
- STD: Provides temporary financial support for individuals unable to perform their job duties.
- LTD: Offers income replacement for individuals unable to return to work for an extended period of time.
To qualify for STD or LTD benefits, medical documentation is essential to demonstrate how your condition prevents you from working.
Sadly, insurance companies often deny legitimate LTD claims — including in cases involving sleep disorders — adding unnecessary stress to an already difficult situation.
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📺 WATCH: Next Steps for Canadians After a Disability Claim is Denied
Claim Denied? Contact Us
If your insurance company prevented you from accessing disability benefits for a sleep disorder, or another medical condition, connect with an experienced disability lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.
Our compassionate team regularly resolves issues involving STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance, and mortgage insurance claims.
We’ve helped countless Canadians secure the compensation they’re owed. Contact us today for a FREE disability consultation.
The materials provided in this article are for general informational purposes only and DO NOT constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, please consult a legal representative at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.
About the Author
Sivan Tumarkin
Sivan Tumarkin is a Founding Partner of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and Practice Leader for the firm's Long-term Disability & Personal Injury Law Group. His previous experience working for insurance companies has given him unique insight into the long-term disability claim denial and appeals process, allowing him to secure strong results for his clients.
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