Ten to fifteen percent of Americans suffer from chronic insomnia. Do you?
Most of us experience an occasional sleepless night, but prolonged bouts
of insomnia can lead to decreased mental function, frazzled nerves, and
lowered immunity. The good news is that you don’t have to pop a pill
or count sheep: Just follow these simple, natural steps to get more Zs.
- Exercise regularly, but don’t exercise within six
hours of your bedtime. Physical activity speeds up your heart rate and
metabolism, making it difficult to wind down at night. Try to schedule
your workouts in the morning, so you can benefit from that extra energy
during the day.
- Avoid caffeine after noon. Caffeine is a stimulant found
in coffee, tea, cola, and chocolate. Some people clear caffeine from
their bodies slowly (you know who you are). These people should avoid
caffeine completely.
- Avoid alcohol. Many people find that alcohol helps them
relax at night. Although it may help induce sleep initially, alcohol
disrupts your normal sleep patterns, leaving you tired and groggy in
the morning.
- Keep regular sleeping hours. Your body likes routine
and will respond better to a consistent bedtime.
- Don’t work on the computer or watch television for
at least one hour before going to bed. These activities stimulate your
mind at a time when you should be preparing for rest.
- Avoid eating large, late evening meals. Do eat a light
snack a couple hours before retiring to avoid low blood sugar levels
in the middle of the night, which can wake you up.
- Decrease light in your bedroom. A dark environment is
necessary for the production of melatonin, a hormone that encourages
a healthy sleep cycle.
- Try yoga or meditation to clear your mind and help prepare
your body for sleep. Like regular sleeping hours, a steady practice will
yield the greatest benefits.
In addition, if your insomnia is caused or made worse by aches and pains
at night, it may be time for a new mattress and/or pillow—and a visit
to your doctor of chiropractic. Your sleeping surface should support the
entire body— including the spine, neck, head, and limbs— evenly,
with no gaps. For recommendations tailored to your specific needs, talk
to your doctor of chiropractic. Chiropractic can also help promote better
sleep by correcting imbalances and tension in the body, so that you can
relax completely.
Dr. Huntoon has a single mission:
To support as many people as possible in their quest for health and enable them to improve and maintain their health to the highest level possible, while educating them about the benefits of Chiropractic, Natural Healthcare and Holistic Living, so they in turn can teach others to support us having a healthy community.
Your Choice
Health concerns are a major source of lost happiness and lost joy in all of our lives. Finding a solution that is agreeable and enables you to get back to your life is important. Please appreciate that you always have the more invasive surgery and prescription medication available to you as a last resort. What many Traditional Medical Doctors may not share is, many times, once you begin that journey into medication and/or surgery, it alters your original body from the one that you were born with. Unfortunately, at that time, more conservative and natural treatments may no longer be viable. I encourage you to consider that before making any decisions about treatment for your health. As always I am here to help.
Your Choice:
- Continue doing the same thing and nothing changes or it may get worse
OR
- Try something different and get a different result that makes you happier and healthier.
The Choice is Yours
Please call Dr. Huntoon at 845-561-BACK (2225) to discuss your options or click on our E-Visit to do it via e-mail.
Thank You for your consideration.