Acupuncture has been essential to my holistic approach to health and well-being since 2009, when I graduated from Acupuncture College. Whether it’s sleep troubles, stress, hormonal imbalances, or pain, acupuncture is a powerful, non-invasive tool that encourages the body to heal itself. And yes, despite the involvement of needles, it’s surprisingly relaxing! :)

Sleeping well depends on your nervous system downregulating at night. This communication network must shift from the active part (the sympathetic nervous system), the “fight or flight” system, to the…

The holiday season can be a double-edged sword—while it's a time for joy and celebration, it can also bring heightened stress and sleepless nights. The added holiday chaos can feel overwhelming for many who already face insomnia or struggle to get restful sleep. The good news? By adopting a few simple habits, you can ease holiday stress and promote better sleep.

If you've been feeling sluggish, dealing with low energy, or struggling with insomnia at night, introducing napping into your daily routine might be the reset your body needs.

Having trouble sleeping? Your blood sugar might be playing a more significant role than you think. When blood sugar levels fluctuate too much after meals, it can create a chain reaction in the body that interferes with your ability to fall asleep or stay asleep.

Blood tests aren't just for diagnosing illnesses—they can provide valuable insights into how your body functions at its best, directly influencing your sleep quality. By focusing on optimal levels rather than general reference ranges, you can better understand what your body needs to support restful, restorative sleep.

Many of the medications used for sleep affect neurotransmitters like GABA, serotonin, and dopamine. Understanding the role of these brain chemicals can provide valuable insights into addressing sleep challenges and improving overall well-being through personalized testing and treatment.

Struggling with sleepless nights or restless mornings? Many people overlook the connection between the food we eat and the quality of our sleep. Tryptophan stands out as a key player thanks to its relationship with serotonin and melatonin—two brain chemicals critical to a good night's rest.

How to fall asleep fast when you need it the most. Why guided meditations could help. If you tried them already without success, learn more about how you can troubleshoot and make them work, along with learning other insomnia root causes.

Insomnia, the sleepless nights that affect millions of people worldwide, is often linked to emotional and mental stress. When life throws curveballs, emotional stress can skyrocket, triggering the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that interfere with your body's natural ability to wind down and prepare for sleep.

For many battling the nightly frustration of insomnia, the search for a cure often leads down various paths, from traditional sleep aids to lifestyle changes. However, a lesser-known approach involves examining our body’s biochemistry through urine neurotransmitter testing…

High cortisol symptoms can keep you up later into the evening and make it very frustrating when you try to fall asleep. High cortisol symptoms can also wake you up in the middle of the night. The good news? By understanding what cortisol does and how to regulate it naturally, you can restore healthy sleep patterns and reduce stress-related symptoms.

One of the common questions I hear from readers is whether neurotransmitter testing is reliable. The main thing that they’re concerned about is that the brain neurotransmitter levels don’t match what’s in the urine. This is basically true, to a certain extent. But there is a lot more to this. This is why I still use this test in the clinic with great success for my patients.