Do you daydream about getting a good night’s sleep? Do you wake up in the morning feeling tired? And is getting through the day a feat all on its own? You are not alone. Many people struggle with sleep issues, some for up to a third of the time they could have spent sleeping. And […]
Getting adequate restful sleep regularly is an essential component of overall health. It’s beneficial in helping to improve your energy levels and immune health and supporting cognitive function. Lack of quality sleep can disrupt your daily activities, like driving and work, and impact your health. Chronic sleep debt can increase your risk for health issues […]
Magnesium plays a vital role in many body functions. Yet many people do not get enough. Studies estimate that 50-80% of the US population is deficient in magnesium, and many could be suffering from symptoms of deficiency without knowing the cause. For these people, magnesium supplements may help not only address these issues, but also […]
In the minds of many, summer is easily the best season, and it’s not really hard to see why. When you think of summer, you think of sunny skies, warm weather, vacations, beach parties, and the like. What many people do not think of is sleep health, and you may be wondering why that is […]
We've all been there - tossing and turning, staring at the ceiling, burying your head in the pillow, changing positions, all in a frustratingly futile search for some quality sleep. While the common, and annoying, immediate effects is grogginess and feeling unrefreshed when you finally do get out of bed, chronically poor sleep quality can […]
Lemon balm is actually an herb from the mint family, and lemon balm tea has several health benefits. It is anti-inflammatory, may help boost mood and gut health, supports good sleep, and more. Lemon balm is a perennial herb and is native to Europe. However, it is grown around the world. Whilst lemon balm is […]
We all get sleepy sometimes, but excessive sleepiness occurs when it disrupts our daily routines and activities or diminishes our ability to function at an optimal level. It’s a condition that affects many individuals and is related to abnormal sleep quality or quantity. Some people fall asleep repeatedly throughout the day and this is called […]
Migraines and cluster headaches form part of the daily lives of millions of people across the globe. We tend to regard headaches as routine, take some medication, and try to get on with our daily lives. But did you know that our circadian rhythm and headaches have a strong link? It seems these headaches also […]
Cortisol is a steroid hormone that is essential for maintaining health and well-being and impacts several different bodily functions. It regulates blood pressure, controls sleep and wake cycle, helps your body respond to stress, and suppresses inflammation, among other functions. When cortisol levels are too high or too low, this can lead to significant health […]
Using medicinal herbs to manage different health conditions is certainly not a new concept, with some Ayurvedic practices dating back thousands of years. However, the last few years in modern medicine have witnessed a significant uptick in the research interest of these herbs. Bacopa is one key area that scientists suggest can rejuvenate mental healthcare. […]
