Sleep
Description
Do you remember the last time you had a good night’s sleep? Sleep “startups” are all the rage with new products (mattresses, pillows) promising rejuvenation. But what if we told you that what you eat, and what you choose not to eat can improve your sleeping habits (even though a new sleeping mattress might be just what the doctor ordered)? Here are some of our top sleeping suggestions.
Drugless Sleep Protocol
-The ideal amount of sleep someone should get a night is between six and eight hours. The key to knowing you slept enough, is by waking up hungry in the morning. Sleep promotes growth hormone, and waking up hungry is a body signal knowing your body is functioning with enough sleep.
-If you get tired after eating, you need more B vitamins. Turkey, which is high in tryptophan, can cause a sleep desire, and so will overeating sweets during a meal. Blood sugar fluctuations and dropping will also produce a want to sleep.
-To avoid waking up multiple times during the night, go to the root of the cause, which we are finding includes:
Blood sugar stress. Waking up consistently at 3a is often a result of eating fruit throughout the day, or juicing large amounts in the morning.
-Check yourself for parasites. We are witnessing an epidemic today of parasites in our practice, and they typically are most active between 1-2a.
-In regards to taking sleep medications, consider having your adrenal glands assessed with a saliva test. Adrenal fatigue is one of the most common reasons someone cannot drift off to sleep or stay asleep.
Additionally, excessive copper from eating too many grains can cause people to have a zinc deficiency and copper toxicity. Copper short-circuits your brain function and creates a state of excitement, like a short circuit, preventing you to fall off to sleep.
-Reduce acidic foods, such as meat and grains, if you are in an acid state. Drink warm water with lemon and eat the pulp.
Videos
Sleep & Gluten
Did you know gluten can affect the quality of your sleep? Learn why in this video.
Liver Health & Sleep
Is your body and sleep affected by caffeine? Did you know that could be a body signal your liver needs help? Find out what you can do in this video.
Zinc & Sleep
One of the main reasons individuals have problems falling asleep, is their body contains too much copper. To counter-balance, it’s important your body has enough zinc.
No More Sleep Medication!
One patient shares her story in regards to needing sleep medication which would often lead her groggy the following day. After chiropractic care, she no longer has that need and has more energy naturally.
Sleep Apnea & Pulse Oximeter
If you have sleep apnea, another tool we use to #PreventSurgery at The Drugless Doctors is a pulse oximeter. This tests the oxygen saturation of your blood. The level should be ninety-five or greater.
Testimonial
“When I sought treatment from Dr. Bob and The Drugless Doctors for elevated cholesterol, I walked into a practice that would address the cause of the issue and not simply the symptom. I received their spinal adjustments and followed their nutritional and simple exercise programs. I noticed many unanticipated changes in my health … no more cold hands and feet, clearer skin, diminishing liver spots, better sleep, and stronger hair and nails. Dr. Bob can guide you through this natural healing of your body.” – Jean B.
We’re Here to Help: Sleep Nutrition & Resources for You
Wellness Consultation
Dr. Bob’s Men’s Health – The Basics
Dr. Bob’s Guide to Prevent Surgery
Adrenal Stress Index
