Sleep Disorders and Lyme disease

March 3, 2014

Sleep Disorders and Lyme disease-Discussed

Lyme disease can be avoided if sleep disorder is avoided. Get good sleep

You would normally think that by feeling sick it would be so easy to fall asleep! This theory disturbed my mind and I decided to do a bit of research to find some of the common types of sleep disorders, possible causes, the effects of sleep deprivation, how it ties into Lyme disease, and what we can do to try to get a full night of rest. Having a sleep disorder is a broad term for many types of disturbances in one’s sleep.

Sleep deprivation is considered a condition and is a general term of not having enough sleep. This can be chronic, or it can only least for a short period of time. It is a common occurrence, as with healthy people 1 out of 5 people suffer from sleep deprivation. According to sleepfoundation.org, they recommend an adult to have 7 to 9 hours of sleep. Having a chronic illness however, you might need a few more hours to feel more refreshed. Careful though! According to researchers, there IS such a thing as too much sleep, that can leave you feeling even less restored.

There are two types of sleep. Rapid eye movement (REM) and non-rapid eye movement (NREM). REM sleep is the level of sleep where dreaming occurs, and accounts for about 20% your night of sleep. NREM accounts for the 80% of your sleep, and is divided into 4 stages. One and two are light sleep; three and four are deep sleep. Deep sleep is also known as slow wave sleep (SWS) actually begin a few minutes after you fall asleep and is the most refreshing and restorative type of sleep you have. This right here is why you feel more restored if you take a short nap versus a long one!

These SWS is only about 10-20% of your sleep, but it is needed for cell and musculoskeletal tissue regeneration, your cardiovascular system, normalizes blood pressure, hormones, and your metabolic system.

Hypersomnia

Hypersomnia is a term for a large group of disorders characterized by daytime sleepiness.

Insomnia

Insomnia means sleeplessness, the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep.

There are 3 subcategories of these two different categories: intrinsic, meaning from within the body, extrinsic, meaning pathological conditions and disturbances of circadian rhythm, which means the physical mental and behavioral changes that follow a 24 hour cycle.

Sleep Disorders and Lyme disease-Types of sleep disorders

Sleep Apnea is more common disorder among Lyme patients. Sleep apnea means you have one more pauses or shallow breaths in your sleep. Some explanations for Lyme patients having this condition are that most chronic Lyme’s have neurological dysfunction. With the Neuro dysfunction of the palara and uvula are a possible cause. Brain abnormalities are reasoning for this to occur is the floppiness tissues in the back of the throat. Lyme patients with this condition seem to:

Involuntarily grinding or clenching your teeth while sleeping. It can interfere with sleep, and could be a high contributor to jaw pain and headaches as well. Cranial sacral therapy is a good choice to help ease the symptoms if you are suffering from this.

Delayed sleep phase disorder, (or DSPD) is the inability to awaken and fall asleep at socially acceptable times but will stay asleep. This is a disorder of circadian rhythms.

Sleep Disorders and Lyme disease-Symptoms of sleep disorder

Poor immune system function, higher blood pressure (higher risk of heart attack or stroke), being overweight (can cause diabetes among other health issues), clenching teeth at night, decreased body temperature, tremors, fibromyalgia symptoms, extreme fatigue and a variety of psychological effects.

Effects of psychology: Of course your psyche is going to be a little off teeter without enough sleep. Some of these issues include symptoms similar to ADHD, hallucinations, slower reaction time, depression, anxiety, irritability, memory lapses, among other issues. That’s a lot. Shows how important it is to get a good night’s rest.

Sleep Disorders and Lyme disease-There are many causes of sleep disorders

Nutritional deficiencies: the main one being magnesium. It is very common among Lyme’s. A magnesium deficiency can cause an array of problems along with sleep disruptions. Others to consider are calcium, folic acid, iron, and your B vitamins (especially B6 and 12) to name a few. I should note though, don’t take your B’s too close to bed! Yes, you need them, but they can cause you to have a harder time falling asleep as well as cause vivid dreams.

Hormone imbalances: Check your Cortisol levels! Cortisol = stress hormone. When it is high (another common abnormality of Lyme’s), it can cause you to not be able to fall asleep. Reduced levels in testosterone in men can cause sleep apnea. Women’s number one hormone issue associated with sleeping problems is lower progesterone levels.

Low blood sugar: Try sticking with a healthy diet for tips to eat a proper diet for those with Lyme disease. Stress can hinder sleep because it produces two things called epinephrine and non-epinephrine, which stimulate the nervous system, which triggers a fight or flight” response in your body, keeping you up. HPA and ACTH, two chemicals responsible in stress response mostly related to an external stressor, AKA Lyme, can also keep you awake at night.

Lack of darkness: I know this isn’t a physiological problem, like I have listed above, but I felt like it deserved to be up here. Before you go to sleep, your body starts producing melatonin, a chemical in your body that makes you sleep and is essential for a restful sleep. This chemical continues to be produced when you are sleeping, with its highest production between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. Experts say that without total darkness, the effects of this are much less, causing a lessened effect.

There are other causes are ones that we ourselves can do our best to stop doing, as we might not even be aware that our habits are keeping us awake at night. Poor sleep planning is the main one. Trying to go to bed and wake up at the same time and having a schedule is very important. Working night shifts can cause sleep problems since it causes your body to get out of a normal sleeping pattern, caffeine and other stimulants (check your meds, some have stimulants you might not be aware of!), sleeping with your pets (they can get up and down, or move too much), eating too close to bedtime (digestion disrupting sleep), alcohol and nicotine, exercising too close to bedtime (yeah us Lyme’s are super active!.. but you know what I mean), ELECTRONIC DEVICES IN THE BEDROOM, among other things that we can change ourselves and try to help aide us get a good night’s rest.

The main issue with sleep deprivation and Lyme is that without a good night’s rest, you are hindering the healing process. Sleep fixes and restores what you did during the day, and believe it or not, when treating Lyme, our bodies’ peak at fighting the little bastards when we are asleep.

So what does one do when they just can’t get to sleep or stay asleep?

Well, there are many things you can do, whether it is by your own actions or things you can personally do, or take natural supplements or pharmaceuticals to be able to aid in this process such as a sleep schedule, substances, electronics, and need for darkness, but others include avoiding stimulating activity right before bed, meditation, or taking a warm bath before bedtime.

Sleep Disorders and Lyme disease-Discussed

Lyme disease

March 3, 2014

Lyme disease-What is it?

Some of the diseases you can get from a tick bite are Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted

To understand this disease better, it will be important that we trace its causes, treatment and prevention. By the way what is this disease? Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.

Typical symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans. If left untreated, infection can spread to joints, the heart, and the nervous system. Lyme disease is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical findings (e.g., rash), and the possibility of exposure to infected ticks.

Scientific laboratory testing is helpful if used correctly and performed with validated methods. Most cases of Lyme disease can be treated successfully with a few weeks of antibiotics. Steps to prevent Lyme disease include using insect repellent, removing ticks promptly, applying pesticides, and reducing tick habitat. The ticks that transmit Lyme disease can occasionally transmit other tick-borne diseases as well.

Lyme disease-Natural treatment of Lyme disease

It is a common misconception that Lyme disease is primarily an “East Coast” problem. Within the last 10 years, however, the ticks that are known to carry Lyme disease have been found in all 50 states in the US and in other countries around the globe. We are now facing a nationwide epidemic of Lyme disease.

Uncovering some of the myths about Lyme disease is an important step in both prevention and treatment. Efforts are being made to spreading awareness and education about this illness. One of the biggest challenges with Lyme disease is that it can be difficult to get a confirmed diagnosis without a known tick bite or the appearance of the classic “bull’s eye” rash. There are many different skin rashes that are associated with Lyme disease, however, and some are easily mistaken for skin infections or other insect bites.

It is important not to make assumptions that you don’t have Lyme disease if you don’t have a rash. Some of the symptoms associated with this infection include fatigue, poor memory and concentration, irritability, anxiety or depression, muscle and joint aches and pains, palpitations, headaches, insomnia, and numbness and tingling.

Lyme disease is now commonly referred to as “the great imitator” because the similarities of symptoms with other illnesses. This can be frustrating for patients in search of answers to explain how they are feeling. Getting a good clinical evaluation of symptoms by a physician is crucial in diagnosing Lyme disease.

The conventional treatment of Lyme disease includes antibiotics in the early stages of infection. At the later stages, it may become more complicated and difficult to treat as multiple systems are often involved and immunity is suppressed. A holistic approach to treatment is very effective in restoring the body back to health by targeting the multiple infections associated with Lyme and simultaneously strengthening the immune system.

The natural approach incorporates a unique variety of different modalities to treat infection while supporting the immune system and decreasing symptoms. Many herbal protocols including Chinese herbs have proven effective clinically in the treatment of Lyme disease. Acupuncture can be used to stimulate circulation and decrease pain. Adequate nutrition and a good detox protocol can minimize the symptoms that occur as a result of “die-off” of the infection.

Lyme disease-Pain, Stress and Addiction

People who struggle with stressful medical conditions such as Lyme disease are more vulnerable to addiction say scientists at the National Institute of Health (NIH). In fact statistics supplied by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) show that individuals with chronic pain experience substance abuse rates at two-to-four times that of the general population. Several factors that explain their susceptibility include the following:

Ongoing need for medication
Ongoing health problems
Societal enabling
Lack of identification of potential problems

Stress is another factor that can predispose individuals who live with chronic pain to addiction. Researchers have long identified a correlation between stress and substance abuse. Important facts about this link include the following:

Stress is a major contributor to the initiation and continuation of substance abuse.
Children who are exposed to severe stress are more vulnerable to substance abuse in adulthood.
30-60% of individuals with substance use disorders meet the criteria for comorbid PTSD.
Patients with substance use disorders tend to suffer from more severe PTSD symptoms than PTSD patients without substance use disorders.
Animals that are not previously exposed to illicit substances become more vulnerable to drug self-administration when stressed.
Many of the same neurocircuits that respond to drugs also respond to stress.

Stress increases the release of corticotrophin-releasing factor (CRF), a hormone that catalyzes biological responses to stressors such as increased heart rate and metabolism. Abusing drugs also increases CRF levels and thereby heightens danger of relapse.

Stress also triggers the fight-or-flight moderating amygdala. When the amygdala perceives threats, it responds irrationally and hijacks the individual’s ability to think clearly. For people in recovery who stay sober by making wise choices, this emotional takeover can impair judgment and make resisting drugs harder.

There is yet another way that stress packs a double punch for people who suffer from Lyme disease. It exacerbates pain. A research team from Carnegie Mellon University found that chronic psychological stress is associated with the ability to regulate the body’s inflammatory response. This can lead to the development or progression of disease.

Lyme disease-New Ways to Cope

Mastering stress reduction skills is an important part of overall health and sobriety. In treatment many people find ways to incorporate relaxation strategies into daily life. Several include the following:

Singing
Massage
Spending time outdoors
Journaling
Yoga
Adopting a dog
Listening to music
Taking a walk
Drawing
Soaking in a hot bath

Other stress-management skills and techniques frequently taught in recovery programs include the following:

Avoiding hunger, anger, loneliness and fatigue
Engaging in community service
Journaling thoughts and feelings
Practicing positive thinking

Experts at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health [OB1] also advise active self-monitoring of mood changes by keeping a list of personal warning signs. Additionally they suggest identifying enjoyable activities that generate positive feelings and could serve as a way to neutralize a craving or negative mood. The key is to pay attention to changes. Sleep disturbances, hopeless thoughts and appetite fluctuations are sometimes early relapse warning signs.

Lyme disease-What is it?

Yo-Yo Dieting

February 27, 2014

Yo-Yo Dieting

Yo-Yo Dieting-What is Weight Cycling?

Yo yo dieting occurs when one loses a significant amount of weight but eventually gains it back

Is losing weight one of your concerns? Then chances are that you have heard of yo yo dieting. Yo yo dieting occurs when one loses a significant amount of weight but eventually gains it back. It is also called weight cycling because of its nature of occurrence that is its cycle or repetitive pattern of weight loss and weight gain.

Causes behind Yo Yo Dieting

It will be important to be acquainted with the common causes of yo yo dieting to avoid the possible problem it may bring in your life. The yo yo effect is usually caused by weight loss plans that involve missing meals, fasting and crash diets that drastically lower your daily caloric intake. When the body is deprived of the calories it needs for energy, it will adapts to the change by slowing down your metabolism.

Metabolism is the process through which your body burns the food you eats in order to produce energy. Your metabolism may not get back to normal even when you resume your normal lifestyle. A slower metabolism means more weight gain. In some cases, not only will you gain back the weight you lose during the diet, but you may even gain more than before.

Yo Yo Dieting and Muscle Loss

Muscle loss is another effect that is associated with yo yo dieting. When your daily caloric intake becomes extremely low, your body tends to digest your muscle cells. Less muscle mass also contributes to slower metabolism. Instead of the slim and toned figure that you’re aiming for, you end up with a thinner but flabbier body.

The Effects of Yo Yo Dieting

If you’ve encountered yo yo dieting before then you’re probably familiar with its effects. It’s true that most crash diets and other rapid weight loss solutions can succeed in helping you shed pounds in a short time. However, it’s important to know that this weight loss is generally due to the loss of water weight and muscle mass. Aside from the fact that the weight loss is merely temporary, yo yo dieting has other negative effects. For instance, your failure to lose weight permanently may eventually impact your emotional health. This results in depression, stress and eating disorders.

Fluctuating weight can also result in a higher risk of developing cancer and heart disease. You might also suffer from losing hair and developing osteoporosis, among other health conditions. This is due to the fact that most crash diets are lacking in nutrients that are essential for healthy hair, bones and good health in general. Because of the low caloric intake, fatigue and difficulty in concentrating might also result from yo yo dieting.

Besides the above some studies suggest that weight cycling may increase the risk for certain health problems. These include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and gallbladder disease. For adults who are not obese and do not have weight-related health problems, experts recommend maintaining a stable weight to avoid any potential health risks associated with weight cycling. Obese adults, however, should continue to try to achieve modest weight loss to improve overall health and reduce the risk of developing obesity-related diseases.

Losing and regaining weight may have a negative psychological effect if you let yourself become discouraged or depressed. Weight cycling should not be a reason to “feel like a failure.” Instead it is a reason to refocus on making long-term changes in your diet and level of physical activity to help you keep off the pounds you lose.

Weight cycling has not been proven to increase the amount of fat tissue in people who lose and regain weight. Researchers have found that after a weight cycle, those who return to their original weights have the same amount of fat and lean tissue (muscle) as they did prior to weight cycling. People who exercise during a weight cycle may actually gain muscle.

Some people are concerned that weight cycling can put more fat around their abdominal (stomach) area. People who tend to carry excess fat in the stomach area (apple-shaped), instead of in the hips, thighs, and buttocks (pear-shaped), are more likely to develop type two diabetes heart diseases, and high blood pressure. Studies have not found, however, that after a weight cycle, people have more fat around their stomachs than they did before weight cycling.

If I regain lost weight, won’t losing it again be even harder?

A person who repeatedly loses and gains weight should not have more trouble trying to reach and maintain a healthy weight than a person attempting to lose weight for the first time. Most studies show that weight cycling does not affect one’s metabolic rate. Based on these findings, weight cycling should not affect the success of future weight-loss efforts. Metabolism does, however, slow down as a person ages.

In addition, older people are often less physically active than when they were younger. Regardless of your age, making regular physical activity as well as healthy eating habits a part of your life will aid weight loss and improve health overall.

Preventing Yo Yo Dieting

If you don’t want to be among the many victims of yo yo dieting, then you need to boost your metabolism instead of slowing it down. These can be achieved by increasing your amount of physical activities. You should also look for ways to lose weight gradually and safely, because this produces a more effective and longer-lasting weight loss.

Finally getting information from different sources is very good because it makes you be enlighten and do the right thing. To help you get further helpful information on optimal weight loss, a visit to AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under Doctor Akoury’s will offer much needed solution. Doctor Dalal Akoury cares; she focuses on Neuroendocrine Restoration (NER) to reinstate normality through realization of the oneness of Spirit, Mind, and Body, Unifying the threesome into ONE

Yo-Yo Dieting

Intravenous detoxification and weight loss

February 25, 2014

Intravenous detoxification and weight loss-Nutrition

Intravenous Nutrient/Vitamin Therapy or Intravenous Vitamin therapy assist in Detoxification and Weight loss and improves the Immune System

Intravenous (IV) therapies involve administering nutrients directly into the bloodstream (intravenously). This delivery system is exceptionally powerful because it reduces the potential loss of potency due to possible breakdown in the GI tract and poor absorption of some orally administered nutrients.

Poor nutrition, chronic stress, improper sleeping patterns and lack of physical activity all contribute to premature aging, loss of skin elasticity, weight gain, abdominal fat, anxiety/depression, digestive disorders, skin problems, fatigue and illness among others. Understanding how to manage your lifestyle is instrumental in slowing down the aging process and retaining youthfulness for along time.

A healthy diet is one that is rich in vitamins, minerals, enzymes, phytochemicals, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, fiber and amino acids along with proper sleep, exercise and stress management techniques, all these are necessary for retaining youthfulness and slowing the aging process.

Intravenous Therapy for Anti-aging
Poor nutrition, chronic stress, improper sleeping patterns and lack of physical activity all contribute to premature aging, loss of skin elasticity, weight gain, abdominal fat, anxiety/depression, digestive disorders, skin problems, fatigue and illness. Learning how to manage your lifestyle is key to slowing the aging process and retaining youth. A healthy diet – high in vitamins, minerals, enzymes, phytochemicals, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, fiber and amino acids – along with proper sleep, exercise and stress management techniques, are all necessary for retaining youth and slowing the aging process.

Even if you eat well, your body might not be absorbing the vitamins and minerals it needs to fight the aging process. IV therapy boosts the antioxidant vitamin and mineral levels in your body much more effectively than oral supplements. You can choose from a variety of IV cocktails, each design to help your body repair damage, prevent aging, and recover its youthful vigor

Intravenous Therapy for Detoxification
The objective of detoxification is to remove toxic metals from the body and restore proper functioning of the autonomic nervous system and the organs affected by it. Detoxification is done in phases over time to protect the body and allow convalescing (rest and healing). A multi-strategy approach is used depending on the patient’s needs and desires which may include:

Safe Mercury Removal
Rest
Oral Chelation
Nutritional Supplementation
Rejuvenation & Detoxification Therapies
Organ Rehabilitation and/or Support

As a result, the body’s weakest area is most likely to develop the problem first. Because the mercury toxins can travel either by way of the blood stream or by nerve pathways, one person may develop bleeding gums and bowel problems and another severe asthma or bronchitis. A third person may experience concentration difficulties, sleep disturbances, hearing loss and dizziness, and still others will have extreme fatigue, lack of initiative and clumsiness. Mercury can interfere with virtually any process of any organ of the body. Removal of mercury must be done by taking all precautions to protect you from further exposure.

The process of removing mercury may cause interference with the body organs and eventually cause weight gain (obesity) if this was to happen then Doctor Dalal Akoury of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center will be of help to you. In this facility they focus on Neuroendocrine Restoration (NER) to reinstate normality through realization of the oneness of Spirit, Mind, and Body, Unifying the threesome into ONE.

Intravenous Therapy for Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Hypertension
If you’re ever rushed to the hospital with a heart attack, intravenous magnesium could save your life. In a study, researchers found that hospital death rate of those receiving IV magnesium was one-fourth that of those who received standard treatment alone. Another follow-up study of the same patients revealed an enduring effect of magnesium treatment. Nearly twice as many patients in the standard treatment group had died compared to those who received magnesium, and there were considerably more cases of heart failure and impaired heart function in the placebo group.

Intravenous Therapy for Arrhythmia, Asthma, Diabetes, Migraines and More
In addition to increasing survival after heart attack, IV magnesium also smoothest out arrhythmias and improves outcomes in patients undergoing angioplasty with stent placement. It is also beneficial for acute asthma attacks, often working to relax airway spasms when drugs do not. Magnesium supplementation is crucial for diabetics; too, because it improves insulin sensitivity, helps blood sugar control, and reduces risk of retinopathy.

The list goes on: Magnesium can also reduce the frequency and severity of migraine headaches, help prevent kidney stones, boost immune function, and protect DNA from carcinogens. Magnesium can even help you sleep. It not only relaxes the muscles, but it also increases the length of restorative slow-wave sleep.
IV Diabetic Nutritional Therapy used to improve glucose metabolism, improve neuropathy, and vascular disease assoc with diabetes includes IV alpha lipoic acid, folic acid, b12, and thiamine.

Intravenous therapy for Immune Enhancement
Your immune system is on constant guard to protect against viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. This system keeps you free of not only serious infections but also cancer and such as lupus and rheumatoid , in which the immune system attacks healthy cells. Unfortunately, the older we get, the harder we are hit by these immune-related conditions.

As with all disease, a number of nutrients play well-defined roles in the immune response, and chief among them are antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. For patients suffering from immune disorders—or anyone who just needs an immune boost—we offer immune drip therapy. Our unique IV cocktail contains high doses of B-complex vitamins along with vitamins C, E, beta-carotene, selenium, and zinc, all of which are vital for a healthy immune system.

Intravenous Therapy for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
The fatigue, pain, and depression from chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia are real, and they have a cause. More importantly, help is available. At our center, we don’t just treat the symptoms of these disorders—we take a comprehensive approach that has the potential to reverse these conditions, alleviating pain, increasing energy, and boosting immunity.

People suffering with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue are believed to have impaired cellular function—particularly in the way muscle cells handle calcium and phosphate. This, in turn, stimulates painful contractions and muscle spasms. To address these problems, we prescribe a full regimen of therapies, including IV doses of B vitamins, magnesium, vitamin C, and other nutrients proven to boost energy, improve tissue repair, and relieve stress.

Intravenous Vitamin C
High dose Vitamin C is used for Cancer Co-Management Therapies, fatigue, fibromyalgia, immune dysfunction and pre and post mercury amalgam removals Intravenous vitamin C is especially effective in fighting viruses and cancer cells, while being completely safe for all normal cells. It is because of this characteristic that IV vitamin C is particularly useful in knocking out the viruses of the common cold, flu, and sore throat. Patients often start feeling better within hours of administration.

Intravenous detoxification and weight loss

Treat insomnia naturally to lose

February 25, 2014

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-sleep your weight off by Restoring sleep Cycle

The first step in treating insomnia is to find out whether the problem is being caused by stress or…

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-Understanding Insomnia
Insomnia is a relatively common sleeping disorder, affecting about one-third of the world adult population. Insomnia is more common in women, but quality of sleep often decreases equally in both women and men as we age.

There are a variety of factors that can cause insomnia: stress (including anxiety about not being able to sleep), extreme temperature fluctuations, environmental noise or changes, medication side effects, hormones, or disruption to the regular sleep pattern. Depression, chronic pain, a variety of health issues and sleep apnea can also contribute to insomnia. Lifestyle can also affect insomnia – studies have shown that alcohol and caffeine intake and smoking cigarettes before bedtime disrupts sleep, as can excessive napping in the afternoon or evening.

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-Secrets to Sleeping soundly
We have many reasons why people have a difficult time staying asleep. The good news is that common problems with sleep are often easily addressed without the use of medication – there are no guaranteed natural cures for insomnia, but there are effective steps you can take. One may need to answer some of these questions (and try the simple sleep aid recommendations) if you find yourself waking frequently in the night:

Are you physically uncomfortable? A too soft or too firm mattress, an uncomfortable pillow, or an older, worn-out bed can all impede a good night’s sleep. Check your mattress for signs of wear at least twice a year, and consider new pillows. You may also want to see an osteopathic physician who specializes in osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT). A session or two of this safe and effective sleep aid treatment can be life-changing.
Is your bedroom noisy? Consider a “white noise” generator, an inexpensive but effective device for making soothing sounds to mask jangling ones.
Is your mind overactive? If you can’t sleep because of thoughts whirling through your head, try the Relaxing Breath – it can help you put aside the thoughts that are keeping you awake. A few stretches can help with sleep aid, too.
Are you frequently getting up to urinate and then not able to get back to sleep? Eliminate caffeine and alcohol, especially before bedtime – both can increase nighttime urination and increase sleep disturbances.

Here are some natural tips to help you snooze peacefully through the night.

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-Lifestyle Modifications

Dim the lights an hour or two before bedtime to allow your body to increase natural melatonin.
Use window treatments to darken the room or wear a sleep mask.
Establish regular sleep-wake cycles, even on weekends.
Reduce the noise level around you and turn off the TV at least an hour before bedtime.
Reserve your bedroom for sleeping and making love.
Make your bed a sanctuary. Splurge on high thread count cotton sheets, a down comforter, a favorite pillow, or an extra luxe mattress, like Tempur-Pedic. Surround your bed with flowers and candles.
Eliminate or reduce caffeine, especially in the afternoon or evening.
Increase light exposure during the day to promote healthy melatonin balance.
Have sex or masturbate before bed.
Use breathing and relaxation exercises, such as guided imagery CDs.
Shut your brain off at night. Don’t work, watch stimulating shows, or engage in thought-provoking activities just before bedtime.
Exercise regularly.
Do leg exercises just before bed to divert blood flow to your legs, rather than your brain.
Visualize yourself asleep as you go to sleep. Practice deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation by tensing and relaxing muscles all over your body.
Brew a strong cup of chamomile tea before bed, using 2-3 teabags.
Consume no more than 1 serving of alcohol per day. Excess alcohol can disrupt sleep.

Nutrition

Eat foods high in tryptophan before bedtime, such as lean turkey.
Eat foods high in magnesium, such as halibut, almonds, cashews, and spinach.
Eat foods high in Vitamin B complex, such as leafy green vegetables, nuts, and legumes.

Fighting Fatigue with Insomnia Herbs
whenever you feel worn down or are lacking energy due to improper sleep, a hectic schedule or day-to-day stressors, learn how to fight fatigue naturally with insomnia herbs. Taking a few minutes for yourself and do simple breathing exercises this can be helpful, as can daily moderate exercise and getting adequate rest. Certain nutrients, botanicals and other compounds can also help to ward off or lessen the effects of general fatigue. Experiment with the following insomnia herbs and natural remedies for insomnia:

Magnesium and calcium. Oral magnesium supplementation has been shown to improve symptoms of fatigue in persons with low magnesium levels.
Eleuthero or Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus). Studies show that Eleuthero can help enhance mental activity as well as physical endurance.
Coenzyme Q10. This vital nutrient is involved in cellular energy production throughout the body.
Ashwagandha, ayurvedic herb prized for its ability to help the body deal with stress.
Cordyceps, a traditional Chinese medicinal mushroom that may help fight fatigue and boost energy levels.

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-Natural Remedies for Insomnia
Sleep is an important part of reaching your health goals. Shakespeare called sleep “the chief nourishes in life’s feast.” Adequate sleep is a primary component of a healthy lifestyle. Although often the undesirable result of our busy lives, insufficient sleep may also be indicative of imperfect health, and can itself lead to future health problems.

Here are some suggestions for getting the sleep you need to protect body and mind:

Eliminate caffeine from your diet, especially in the form of soft drinks and coffee, as well as over-the-counter drugs (check the labels).
Practice daily breathing exercises, and the relaxing breath when falling asleep.
Take a warm bath before bedtime.
Get at least 45 minutes of aerobic activity every day.

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-Sleep for Weight Loss
Want help achieving and maintaining a healthy weight? Aim for eight hours of sleep a night. Research suggests that appetite-regulating hormones are affected by sleep and that sleep deprivation could lead to weight gain. In two studies, people who slept five hours or less per night had higher levels of ghrelin – a hormone that stimulates hunger – and lower levels of the appetite-suppressing hormone leptin than those who slept eight hours per night. So make sure getting adequate sleep is near the top of your optimum health checklist!

In your effort to treat insomnia, to achieve optimal weight loss, I recommend a visit to AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under Doctor Akoury’s care where focus is on Neuroendocrine Restoration (NER) to reinstate normality through realization of the oneness of Spirit, Mind, and Body, Unifying the threesome into ONE is the key objective.

Treat insomnia naturally to lose-sleep your weight off by Restoring sleep Cycle

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