The Benefits of Taking Melatonin for Sleep
Do you ever find yourself counting sheep, tossing and turning, or staring at the ceiling, all while trying to fall asleep? Well, my friend, you’re not alone. Insomnia affects a whopping 30% of the population, and it can be a real pain in the… well, you know where. Luckily, there’s a little hormone that can […]
read moreHow To Reset Your Circadian Rhythm In 3 Easy Steps
Ok, so maybe it isn’t as simple as changing 3 things and then magically having a great sleep. Depending on your current sleep cycle, maybe changing up just one of these will work, but you should also be prepared for all 3 potentially not working… at first. With time and consistency, you can experience a […]
read moreDeep Dive: 5-HTP
In the supplement world, 5-HTP is seen as a natural anti-depressant. There are so many other wonderful benefits of taking 5-HTP, as long as you are cleared by your doctor to do so. I say this because some people simply should not use this supplement. Find out if you’re one of those people by reading […]
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I Was Wrong About Cold Showers…
Not only cold showers but cold exposure in general. I wrote a blog on here a year ago called “The Effects of Taking Cold Showers For 30 Days” and I felt like returning to this topic since I have since learned some new facts about cold exposure that I didn’t know back then. I don’t […]
read moreDeep Dive: Magnesium
The 4th most abundant mineral in our body, Magnesium plays a huuuge role in our metabolic reactions. It’s essential for our health, as it aids in energy production, blood pressure regulation, nerve signal transmission, and muscle contraction. I wrote a blog a while back about Magnesium deficiency. It detailed how common this deficiency is and […]
read moreDeep Dive: What is Ashwagandha?
Have you been stressed out lately? I’ve got just the herb for you. It’s called Ashwagandha, but also goes by Indian Ginseng or Winter Cherry. If you are looking for a natural supplement that will relax you without putting you to sleep, keep reading to find out more about this magical herb. What is it? […]
read moreSleep Hygiene and How to Improve It
Sleep hygiene is not how clean you are before going to bed! Sleep hygiene is how to train your body and mind to sleep well. I have personally not been getting the best quality sleep lately. I’m not sure if it’s the change in weather, the gloominess of January, or any of the other everyday […]
read moreShould You Take Melatonin To Get Better Sleep?
When should you consider taking Melatonin? Are you falling asleep at your desk? Have you not had a good night’s sleep in a while? Is your sleep-wake cycle all off? Have you been traveling? Are you now suffering from jet lag but have a presentation in the morning?! Melatonin is a possible solution, short-term or […]
read moreHow to Get Good Quality Sleep
We’ve gained an hour of sleep as the clocks go back by an hour with daylight saving time coming to an end. Basically, this is the only night we gain an hour of sleep, and even that may not be enough for us. But why? Why are we losing more and more quality sleep? Why […]
read more5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System
While supplements are great to provide those nutrients you are missing, here are some additional effective ways to ensure you stay in good health year round. In general, most people will feel better for implementing any of the 5 tips listed below.
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