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TCM Tips for Better Sleep

By JaimeRoslyn|2024-04-24T12:27:57-04:00March 14th, 2023|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Sleep|Tags: insomnia, sleep, sleep hygiene, spring, tips, Yong Quan|

Photo by Ron Lach from Pexels When we don’t get enough sleep, our mood, concentration and overall health can take a serious hit. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers insight into treating insomnia, whether it’s difficulty in falling or staying asleep. Next time you find yourself tossing and turning in bed, try out these tips and tricks to help get a good night’s rest. What Causes Poor Sleep? According to TCM, issues with sleep are usually attributed to imbalances of yin and yang qi (energy) within the body. During the day, yang energy dominates as it fuels the body’s activities and [...]

Summer Sleep Hygiene

Photo by Kristin Vogt from Pexels When you show up for your acupuncture appointment, your practitioner will frequently ask about the quality and pattern of your sleep – it's so relevant to making a diagnosis and it helps us understand how "full your gas tank" is in terms of your sleep deficit and overall energy level. More and more frequently these days, I notice many patients noting that they are waking up earlier than they'd like to – anywhere from 4-6am. Usually a little problem solving is required to improve sleep later into the morning, so that you can start your [...]