FREE SHIPPING! On online orders of $74+. Use code: SHIP74 
Access Denied
IMPORTANT! If you’re a store owner, please make sure you have Customer accounts enabled in your Store Admin, as you have customer based locks set up with EasyLockdown app. Enable Customer Accounts
Sleep Well Checklist
Teri Cochrane on
Is getting better sleep in 2022 on your list of resolutions? According to the American Sleep Association, approximately 70 million Americans are living with a sleep disorder. I credit this growing trend of disordered sleep to disruptions in our diet and emotional health – but also to a lack of sleep hygiene.
Our modern lives are filled with a slew of everyday toxins that can disrupt our natural sleep cycle – these include synthetic materials in our bedding and mattresses, an abundance of blue light from TV and phones, a cultural habit of snacking on sugary treats before bed, and a state of chronic stress.
Tips for a Healthier Sleep Cycle
Bedding
Buy yourself a set of natural fiber sheets, such as bamboo modal, silk, hemp or organic cotton. These fibers are significantly more breathable than their synthetic counterpoints, and allow air to circulate around the body during the natural dips and peaks in temperature we experience while asleep.
Lighting
Cut out blue light from phones and TVs at least 2 hours before bed to avoid disrupting proper levels of melatonin. Instead, read, meditate, listen to an audiobook, or simply enjoy some light yoga by soothing candlelight.
Snacking
Stick to protein-rich snacks before bed. If you’re a late night snacker and a dessert lover, that serving of ice cream right before bed could be causing a blood sugar spike and a blood sugar crash during the night. Instead, try a portion of cheese, fruit with a nut or seed butter or a mug of cocoa with milk and collagen (the l-glutamine found in milk has been shown to manage blood insulin while we sleep) to give your body some long-burning fuel for better blood sugar balance throughout the night.
Intentions
Set your intentions before resting by engaging in a nightly meditation. I love to journal before bed to clear my mind of any worries or impending tasks. I make a nightly list of what I’m grateful for – remembering all of the blessings in my life ensures that my mind is in a positive place before I surrender to sleep. I also keep rosewater on my nightstand to refresh my senses and elevate my frequency. Rose is considered the highest-frequency bloom in the flower kingdom.
Categories
Categories
Humanized Health - NEW!
Learn about personalized health from top experts! Check out our fascinating new shows every week, available as videos, podcasts and transcripts.:
Our Bloggers
-
Paula Gallagher
Paula is a highly qualified and experienced nutrition counselor on the staff at Village Green.
read more.. -
Margo Gladding
Margo's impressive knowledge base is the result of a unique blend of educational and professional experience.
read more.. -
Dr. Neal Barnard
Dr. Barnard leads programs advocating for preventive medicine, good nutrition, and higher ethical standards in research.
read more.. -
Dr. Joseph Pizzorno
Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, ND is a pioneer of integrative medicine and a leading authority on science-based natural medicine.
read more.. -
Debi Silber
Debi is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in nutrition, a personal trainer, and whole health coach.
read more..
SEE ALL OF OUR BLOGGERS
Invalid password
Enter
Learning Resources
Consultations
Green Initiatives
Pharmacy/Compounding
Humanized Health
Village Green Blog
Stay Connected
Village Green Apothecary
5415 W Cedar Ln
Bethesda, Maryland, 20814
(301) 530-0800
Toll Free: (800) 869-9159
The information provided on this site is not intended to be a substitute for advice or treatment from a qualified physician, nor is it intended to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Consult your physician prior to starting any new health program or if you any questions regarding a medical condition.
© 2023 Village Green Apothecary - All Rights Reserved.