When you think of food, you don't typically think of how it plays a role when it comes to our sleep schedule.

But, it turns out, what you eat impacts how you sleep, and vice versa.

A recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition found irregular sleep patterns are associated with harmful bacteria in your gut.

To understand the connection better, KCBS Radio's Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart spoke with Dr. Allison Brager, Neurobiologist with expertise in sleep and circadian rhythms for the US Army.