Sleep Tips

Chronotypes 101: Are You a Lion, Bear, Wolf, or Dolphin?

Chronotypes 101: Are You a Lion, Bear, Wolf, or Dolphin?

You’ve heard about sleep hygiene, sleep pressure, and many sleep benefits — but have you heard about sleep animals? We’re not just talking about early birds and night owls, either! Today’s discussion is all about chronotypes, the behavioral typing of your personal circadian rhythm. Let’s dive in.

4 Tips to Help You Sleep During the Holidays

4 Tips to Help You Sleep During the Holidays

Struggling to get quality sleep during the holiday hustle? Between late-night gift wrapping, indulgent treats, and holiday cocktails, your sleep might be taking a hit. Here are 4 expert tips to help you navigate seasonal stress and maintain healthy sleep habits. From managing cortisol levels with self-care to balancing sugar and alcohol intake, and keeping a consistent sleep schedule, these practical strategies will ensure you wake up refreshed — even during the busiest time of the year.

Regulate Your Cortisol to Improve Your Sleep

Regulate Your Cortisol to Improve Your Sleep

Struggling with sleep? Get my five proven tips to help you regulate your cortisol levels and improve your sleep quality. Learn how yoga nidra, morning sunlight, balanced nutrition, adaptogens like ashwagandha, and functional lab testing can help you manage stress and sleep better.

How to Boost Serotonin Naturally for Better Sleep

How to Boost Serotonin Naturally for Better Sleep

Discover the pivotal role of serotonin in enhancing sleep quality and overall well-being. This post delves into strategies to boost serotonin levels, from nutrient-rich foods to the benefits of sunlight exposure, offering actionable insights for anyone seeking to improve their sleep without relying on supplements.

Why Good Sleep Hygiene Alone Hasn't Solved Your Sleep Issues

Why Good Sleep Hygiene Alone Hasn't Solved Your Sleep Issues

While sleep hygiene is important, it often overlooks the critical role of stress and physiological dysfunction in sleep disturbances. Let’s talk about how chronic stress, hormonal imbalances, and nutrient deficiencies can impact your sleep. In this post, you’ll find out why additional interventions like functional testing to address the underlying issues and personalized protocols are essential for achieving restful nights.

Daylight Savings Time: Essential Sleep Tips to Help Adults Spring Forward

Daylight Savings Time: Essential Sleep Tips to Help Adults Spring Forward

As Daylight Savings Time approaches on March 10, adjusting your sleep schedule is crucial for a smooth transition. By gradually shifting your bedtime and embracing morning sunlight, you can ease the adjustment period and maintain your well-being. Follow these expert tips to navigate the time change with minimal disruption to your sleep cycle.

How Poor Methylation Impacts Your Sleep

How Poor Methylation Impacts Your Sleep

Sleep is an indispensable aspect of our overall well-being, especially for busy women like us who are  juggling multiple roles. However, when the delicate balance of sleep is disrupted, it can have profound effects on our daily lives. One lesser-known yet influential factor that significantly impacts sleep quality is methylation—a biochemical process that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including the regulation of sleep patterns.

Is Estrogen Dominance to Blame for Your Sleep Issues?

Is Estrogen Dominance to Blame for Your Sleep Issues?

Are sleepless nights leaving you exhausted? Estrogen dominance might be the hidden culprit behind your sleep issues. In this post, I explain how hormonal imbalances, particularly during perimenopause, can disrupt your sleep. Learn about the impact of estrogen on neurotransmitters, melatonin production, and body temperature regulation. Discover actionable tips to balance your hormones, improve gut health, manage stress, and enhance your sleep quality. Start your journey to restful nights and better health today.

How Blood Sugar Impacts Your Sleep

How Blood Sugar Impacts Your Sleep

Blood sugar levels play a crucial role in your sleep quality. This blog post explores how dysregulated blood sugar can lead to sleepless nights and offers practical tips to stabilize your blood sugar for better sleep. Learn about the impact of blood sugar on sleep and discover strategies to enhance your sleep quality through balanced nutrition and lifestyle changes.

How Grounding Can Improve Your Sleep

How Grounding Can Improve Your Sleep

Grounding, also known as earthing, reconnects you with the Earth's natural energy, offering significant benefits for your sleep. Delve into the science of grounding, its impact on reducing cortisol and inflammation, and get practical tips for incorporating grounding into your routine. Learn how to improve your sleep quality naturally through grounding.

The Inflammation-Sleep Connection

The Inflammation-Sleep Connection

Inflammation might be the hidden culprit behind your sleepless nights. This post covers how chronic inflammation disrupts sleep by affecting hormones, gut health, and neurotransmitters. Learn actionable steps to reduce inflammation and reclaim your restful sleep.

Sleep Like Clockwork | Why A Consistent Wake-Up Time is Key to a Goodnight's Sleep

Sleep Like Clockwork | Why A Consistent Wake-Up Time is Key to a Goodnight's Sleep

Embrace a consistent wake-up time to enhance your sleep quality. This blog post explains how sleep pressure and circadian rhythm affect your sleep. Learn why setting a regular wake-up time is more beneficial than a fixed bedtime, and get practical tips for implementing this routine.

Why Perimenopause Can Cause Sleep Issues

Why Perimenopause Can Cause Sleep Issues

Struggling with sleep during perimenopause? You're not alone. This blog post delves into why perimenopause affects sleep and shares practical strategies to manage insomnia. Learn how to navigate hormonal changes and achieve restful nights in midlife.

Why You May Not Sleep As Well This Summer

Why You May Not Sleep As Well This Summer

Are you struggling with sleep during the summer months? You're not alone. Kelly Murray, FDN-P, explains why humans may be wired to sleep less in the summer and offers expert tips to improve your sleep quality. Learn about the impact of light pollution, warmer temperatures, and more, and discover practical solutions to ensure you get the restful sleep you need.