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Neurotransmitters: Brain Chemicals of Sleep
Over the last newsletters we’ve talked about many behavioral skills and strategies to help ourselves sleep well naturally. Sometimes though, we do everything in our power to sleep well, but without success. At that time, other therapies are in order. One of the...
Sleep Health in ‘Whole Living’
Recently I spoke with journalists at 'Whole Living' along with other sleep specialists. It's a great article, filled with information and skills that adults need to sleep well. Here's a few highlights: - Go to bed at your ideal bedtime - Create a great place to sleep...
The Healing Power of Nature
In our modern lifestyle we spend less time outdoors than people did historically. Medical research has shown many ways that being in a natural environment with views of trees, birds, and plants of all kinds improves health as opposed to being in a ‘built’ environment.
PMS and Sleep
In 1998, the Sleep in America poll by the National Sleep Foundation was all about women’s sleep. Almost 50% of women reported that symptoms such as bloating, headaches, cramps, and breast tenderness interfere with their sleep 2-3 days each month.
Tryptophan for sleep: Truth or Turkey?
Many stories abound about how the tryptophan in turkey or a glass of milk before bed will help you sleep. Is this true or not?
Your Cortisol Rhythm and Sleep
Cortisol is a wake-promoting hormone, so it can contribute to insomnia when it is high.
Sleep Related Movement Disorders
Do you know someone who twitches their leg all night? Or someone who feels like they just have to move their legs in the evening, or when sitting in a cramped theater? Chances are, they may be suffering from a movement disorder.
The Winter Holidays and Acute Insomnia
The winter holidays can be filled with fun activities, celebrations with friends and family, and snow sports. But holidays can also be stressful as we both maintain our regular responsibilities and prepare for the additional activities. Below are several ideas to keep you sleeping well during the holidays. Getting enough sleep allows us to really enjoy this season more fully.