Can your digestion affect your sleep?
The connection between digestion and sleep comes as a surprise to some of my patients. However, the science tells us that 70% to 90% of the neurotransmitters are produced in…
Best Podcasts for Sleep
Part audiobook, part radio show, the podcast is a fairly new form of media that is transforming all kinds of life experiences, from layovers to insomnia. Learn how a car…
Restless Leg Syndrome and Acupuncture
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can effectively treatment Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS). Restless Leg Syndrome is described as a tingling, prickling feeling, or sometimes pain, that is alleviated by moving. It…
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS): Causes, Triggers and Treatments
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a disorder that is widely misdiagnosed and overlooked by physicians. Have you ever felt the irritating sensation of jumpy legs? An urge to twist and…
Losing Sleep Over Losing Sleep: How to Win This Losing Battle
Looks familiar? You’re not alone. While it’s a gift that many of us these days are hyperaware of disorders, conditions, diets and diagnoses, it’s also a bit of a curse….
Why High Schools Should Start Later
Two students in 7th grade, Grace and Maya, tell us why school start times should be pushed back for better sleep. Melatonin and the Sleep Cycle Melatonin is a hormone…
The minimum effective dose in sleep
The minimum effective dose is about finding what works and using the littlest and best amount. More is not necessarily better and can even be toxic. This can be applied…
What To Do When I Wake Up At The Same Time Every Night
In our original post about why people wake up at the same time every night we have discussed why people tend to wake up at the same time every night…
Can’t Sleep? It Could Be Your Diet
We’ve all heard various theories about which foods and drinks to consume before bedtime in order to assure a good night’s rest—like warm milk, hot toddies, or chamomile tea. But…
Can’t Sleep? Your Prescriptions Could Be to Blame
Medications That Can Cause Insomnia and Other Sleep Problems Therapies such as acupuncture and herbal medicine can be highly effective treatments for insomnia. However, my clinical experience (and numerous studies)…