The Sleep Blog
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.
In the quest for restful sleep, many overlook the crucial role stress plays in disrupting our night's rest. This journey into understanding how our body's stress response—constantly on high alert—leads to hormonal imbalances and nutrient deficiencies, unveils the deeper issues behind our sleep struggles. Beyond standard sleep hygiene advice, the key lies in functional testing and personalized interventions. This exploration offers a beacon of hope for those battling sleepless nights, guiding them towards reclaiming the rejuvenating sleep they desperately seek. Ready to unravel the mysteries of your sleep disturbances? Let's embark on this enlightening path together.
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.
Today, I am going to share with you a sleep sabotager that I see in many of my female clients in their 40s, and that is Estrogen Dominance. Yep, that hormonal balance dance can sometimes throw off our sleep game. But fear not! Understanding what's going on and having a few tricks up our sleeves can help us tame our estrogen so that we can get back to getting that deep, lush sleep that we all crave and deserve.
If you're among the countless individuals struggling with sleepless nights, the culprit could be hiding in your blood sugar levels. Blood sugar dysregulation, often linked to conditions like pre-diabetes or insulin resistance, can disrupt your ability to fall asleep, lead to nighttime awakenings, and result in overall restless nights.
Let's face it; our modern lifestyle has disconnected us from the Earth's natural energy. Have you ever thought about how those rubber or leather soled shoes we love can keep us from connecting with the Earth? It's true! And this disconnection could be yet another reason behind your sleep troubles. So what is the solution? Grounding, also known as earthing. It is a simple yet powerful practice that involves reconnecting with the Earth's natural energy.
Let's dive into something that may be quietly wreaking havoc on your sleep. We've all had those nights – the endless tossing and turning, the frustrating struggle to catch some sleep. If you're like me, you've probably wondered why sleep is playing hard to get. Well, it turns out there's a sneaky culprit lurking in the shadows: inflammation.
Today, I want to set the record straight on some sleep advice that is often given but can be confusing and misleading. Specifically, the idea that you should go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. While half of this advice holds true, I strongly recommend focusing on a consistent wake-up time, rather than a set bedtime. Let me explain why…
Have you started suffering with your sleep post-menopause? Rest assured, you are not alone in this journey. Shockingly, studies reveal that an alarming 35% to 60% of women who have already experienced menopause face sleep challenges. Frankly, I personally think this is an unacceptable situation. You've come too far to let sleep issues slow you down. That's why I'm here to share with you two invaluable tips for improving sleep after menopause.
For women in 40s and midlife diligently following sleep guidelines but still grappling with sleeplessness, this blog by Kelly Murray, Adult Sleep Coach and FDN-P is for you. Dive into what Perimenopause entails, explore how it affects your sleep, and share effective strategies to combat these challenges.
Are you starting to stress out that your sleep is going to worsen in the upcoming months because you sleep better in the winter versus the summer? If so, I want to let you know that you're not alone and this could have nothing to do with you as an individual. Instead, humans might just be wired to sleep longer in the winter versus the summer. A new study shows that individuals, even in an urban environment, sleep an hour less in the summer months versus the winter months.
In this blog post, I identify a hidden sleep sabotager that may be affecting your sleep - a sluggish liver.
A healthy liver is the foundation of good functional health. We dive deep into the direct relationship between your liver and sleep disturbances. I also discuss the many tips to improve your liver health from diet and what you are consuming, to household products, and how to show your liver more love.
If you're like most of my clients (and how I used to be), you don't have a hard time falling asleep; staying asleep is your issue. You're likely waking up around two or three o'clock in the morning, and it could take you a couple of hours to fall back to sleep, that is if you can fall back to sleep at all. I know all too well how frustrating night wakings can be and have helped not only hundreds of clients overcome night wakings but myself as well.
Have you tried everything to resolve your insomnia, but you’re still experience sleepless nights? The real reason you’re not sleeping is because no one has told you about these little-known hidden sleep sabotogers — until now! This FREE mini-training: “Uncovering Hidden Sleep Sabotagers” will help you get to the root of your insomnia!
