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Why Can't I Sleep During Perimenopause and Menopause? Finding the Real Answers Behind Midlife Insomnia

Why Can't I Sleep During Perimenopause and Menopause? Finding the Real Answers Behind Midlife Insomnia

Springing forward doesn’t have to mean losing sleep! Follow this simple Daylight Savings transition plan to adjust smoothly, avoid grogginess, and wake up refreshed.

Why Sleep Hygiene Alone Won't Fix Your Insomnia (And What Wil

Why Sleep Hygiene Alone Won't Fix Your Insomnia (And What Wil

You've got the perfect sleep hygiene. Yet you're still staring at the ceiling at 2 AM. Here's why: sleep hygiene treats symptoms, not root causes. If your body has underlying imbalances—gut issues, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal chaos—no amount of chamomile tea will fix that.

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.

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.

Why Your Liver is Waking You Up at Night

Why Your Liver is Waking You Up at Night

Struggling with insomnia despite following all the right sleep practices? Your liver might be the hidden sleep sabotager. In this blog post, we get into the crucial role of liver health in sleep quality. Learn about the liver's functions, how they impact your sleep, and practical steps to support your liver for restful nights. From reducing toxin exposure to incorporating liver-friendly habits, get the insights you need to reclaim your sleep. Discover more and book a complimentary discovery call to start your journey to better sleep.

How Metabolism Affects Your Sleep

How Metabolism Affects Your Sleep

You’ve heard that your metabolism affects your health, but did you know that it can affect your sleep? Learn if you’re a fast oxidizer or a slow oxidizer, what it means for your sleep, and how you can use that information to start sleeping better NOW.

What to Do When Your Lack of Sleep Impacts Your Health and Relationships

What to Do When Your Lack of Sleep Impacts Your Health and Relationships

You know that sleep affects the way you feel, but you may not realize that your poor night’s sleep is the reason you’re snapping at your loved ones. If this has become a perpetual issue, let’s look into the reasons why and what you can do to solve it. Read how to do it here.

How Do I Know If a Parasite Is Affecting My Sleep?

How Do I Know If a Parasite Is Affecting My Sleep?

Parasites: they’re tiny but pack a mean punch to the gut. These tiny organisms have the power to wreak serious havoc on our sleep. But how do you know if you have one? And what happens if you uncover that you do? Read this blog post to get the full scoop on parasites and sleep.

Should I Take Sleeping Pills to Help Me Sleep?

Should I Take Sleeping Pills to Help Me Sleep?

If you suffer from sleepless nights, you’ve probably considered at one point or another the possibility of sleeping pills. I get it! I’ve tried them all — Ambien, Xanax, Benadryl… — so no judgment from me! The idea that we can just take a pill and all of our sleep problems will be cured is pretty enticing. But, of course, it’s never that simple is it? Check out this blog post to get the scoop on sleeping pills.