It’s that time of the summer break when camps and family vacations are winding down and parents and kids eagerly look forward to another school year. Preparing your children for a successful new school year is not just about shopping for a new wardrobe and school supplies, it’s also about the non-material things. Helpi…
Sleep is an essential human function. Sleep allows our physical body to rest and recover from the events of the day. It also helps to recharge our brain and mind, even supporting memory and learning. Sleep is crucial to survival and overall well-being. One night of sleep deprivation can impair mood, memory and judgment…
Dr. Adrienne Zarifis is a Naturopathic doctor with a passion for education. In this episode of Your Wellness Now, she discusses common issues people experience with sleep and some all-natural treatments!
Getting quality sleep is highly important to maintaining good health and protecting us from both acute and chronic health issues. According to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 in 3 American adults are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. As a result, many people are l…
Sleep is increasingly getting the attention it deserves as a pillar of health and wellness. There are lots of reasons why you might spend a restless night waking up every few hours, and whatever the cause you’re bound to wake up tired the next morning. Learn more about the subtle reasons you could be losing vital sleep…
We all know even just one night of inadequate sleep can ruin your day, so it’s not surprising if you are looking for natural remedies to help you sleep better.
Good quality sleep is fundamental for your health. Without it, you are at risk for a number of diseases. Even the chance of having a car accident significantly increases with poor sleep. One particular form of sleep disturbance, which is increasingly common, is called sleep apnea. The most common form of sleep apnea is…
Thyroid disease is more common than diabetes or even heart disease, you may even have it and not realize it. The thyroid gland is a fundamental part of your hormonal system and it affects every single cell in your body. You only require tiny doses of thyroid hormone, though if you have too much or too little, you can s…
Sleep is one of the greatest healers we have in medicine – it is fundamental for keeping energetic, alert and in a good mood. If you suffer from poor sleep for weeks to months to years, it can have a negative impact on your risk for many illnesses (see below). It’s estimated that 50-70 million US adults have a sleep-re…
Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep throughout the night. According to a University of Laval research study, sleep disorders affect approximately 40% of Canadian adults. Most adults need at least 8 hours of sleep per day. Insomnia is commonly associated with day-tim…