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Sleep and Your Health

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Sleep and Overall Health

Insomnia

hops plant

Can Hops Help Ease Insomnia?

By Henry Emmons, MD

This plant can ease anxiety and insomnia — especially sleeplessness related to nervous tension.

a person prepares to take a variety of supplements to support mental health

11 Natural Remedies for Insomnia, Anxiety, Brain Fog, and Fatigue

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Occasional stressors like sleeplessness or fatigue can make it tempting to reach for over-the-counter drugs, but some mental health experts recommend trying nutritional supplements and remedies first.

Circadian Rhythms 

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11 Tips to Optimize Your Circadian Rhythm

By Henry Emmons, MD

Seeking better sleep? Try these morning and evening routines to get in sync.

a woman looks forlornly at a clock with hands at 4:45 am

What Your Sleep–Wake Cycle Is Trying to Tell You

By Michael Dregni

Do you wake up between 1 and 3 a.m.? Your liver may need a detox, according to a Traditional Chinese Medicine concept called the organ clock.

Improving Habits & Routines for Better Sleep

Nutrition

a variety of herbs, supplements, and sleep supportive items

Which Nutrients and Supplements Can Help Me Sleep?

By Mo Perry

A host of supplements — think melatonin, magnesium, and more — can help you drift off and sleep more soundly. And they’re typically safer than pharmaceuticals.

Misc.

Podcasts

A man sleeping in a bed.

Why Sleep and Stress Management Are Non-Negotiables

Season 1, Episode 3   February 10, 2020

While many aspects of our health are interconnected, two in particular play a major role in how we feel and function: sleep and stress. In this episode, integrative psychiatrist Henry Emmons, MD shares why they’re essential and offers tips for managing both.

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An image of a landscape of a mountain range and body of water in the evening.

5-Minute Meditation to Prepare for Sleep

By Life Time

Let go of the day and invite in relaxation with this guided meditation.

Bedroom with a bed, nightstand and alarm clock.

Sleeping During Stressful Times

Season 1, Episode 9   April 5, 2020

Having trouble falling or staying asleep? Henry Emmons, MD, discusses the importance of sleep for our immune systems, fighting off infections and our mental health — and offers tips for getting more sleep during this stressful time.

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