New Kind of Detox
The noise of the world around us can create a toxic environment, especially as we try to drift off to sleep.
Last week, I experienced yet another kind of detox, the loss of electricity! We were in the middle of an ice storm, and the ice was coming down in sheets. As it hit my window it sounded like glass breaking. I have to admit, it was a bit scary.
Just as I had gotten used to that noise and fallen to sleep, a new noise startled me even more- the sound of silence! Anyone who has experienced a power outage knows what I mean. No humming of the fridge, no fan of your laptop, no furnace kicking on. And the darkness was real and deep- There were no night lights, no blinking on the DVD player just darkness. The streetlights were even out!
When we discuss pollutants and how they affect us, we think of toxic chemicals, or waterways that have been dumped into. But how much noise and light pollution do we encounter every day? When is the last time you were in true darkness when you slept? When was the last time you were able to sit in silence with only the sounds of nature?
Many of us have trouble sleeping at night, and after our power outage, it made me wonder, do we struggle because we don't get that true quiet, dark cue to the brain that tells us that it's night-time and we need to sleep? My husband and I have talked about this often, and agree we both sleep better after using these principles:
- Take a week of evenings and don't look at the TV or computer (the unnatural light can stimulate your brain into thinking it's wake time).
- Take out the night lights, and block out as much light as possible from outside.
- Remove technology from your bedroom that makes noise while you sleep like fans, DVRs, computers, white noise makers, etc...
- Use melatonin (a natural supplement like NuMedica Melatonin Lemon Liquid) as needed to get your brain into sleep mode.
Make sure your stress is under control!
Libby Wright, mother of four who homeschools, is an original founder of SupplementRelief.com in 2010. She suffered through challenging diseases including Interstitial Cystitis, Graves and Lyme. After years of little progress with traditional medicine, she pursued integrative medicine, applied what she learned, and got healthier. She became passionate about wanting others to experience the same "relief" she had come to know, and SupplementRelief.com was born. She is now managing her illness with a lot of prayer, a lot of nutrition/supplements, and a little prescription medicine. She has been able to resume her normal life and, while there is no cure for her particular conditions, she is able to cope, enjoy every day, and encourage others.
Learn more about Libby Wright.
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Last week, I experienced yet another kind of detox, the loss of electricity! We were in the middle of an ice storm, and the ice was coming down in sheets. As it hit my window it sounded like glass breaking. I have to admit, it was a bit scary.
Just as I had gotten used to that noise and fallen to sleep, a new noise startled me even more- the sound of silence! Anyone who has experienced a power outage knows what I mean. No humming of the fridge, no fan of your laptop, no furnace kicking on. And the darkness was real and deep- There were no night lights, no blinking on the DVD player just darkness. The streetlights were even out!
When we discuss pollutants and how they affect us, we think of toxic chemicals, or waterways that have been dumped into. But how much noise and light pollution do we encounter every day? When is the last time you were in true darkness when you slept? When was the last time you were able to sit in silence with only the sounds of nature?
Many of us have trouble sleeping at night, and after our power outage, it made me wonder, do we struggle because we don't get that true quiet, dark cue to the brain that tells us that it's night-time and we need to sleep? My husband and I have talked about this often, and agree we both sleep better after using these principles:
- Take a week of evenings and don't look at the TV or computer (the unnatural light can stimulate your brain into thinking it's wake time).
- Take out the night lights, and block out as much light as possible from outside.
- Remove technology from your bedroom that makes noise while you sleep like fans, DVRs, computers, white noise makers, etc...
- Use melatonin (a natural supplement like NuMedica Melatonin Lemon Liquid) as needed to get your brain into sleep mode.
Make sure your stress is under control!
AuthorLibby Wright, mother of four who homeschools, is an original founder of SupplementRelief.com in 2010. She suffered through challenging diseases including Interstitial Cystitis, Graves and Lyme. After years of little progress with traditional medicine, she pursued integrative medicine, applied what she learned, and got healthier. She became passionate about wanting others to experience the same "relief" she had come to know, and SupplementRelief.com was born. She is now managing her illness with a lot of prayer, a lot of nutrition/supplements, and a little prescription medicine. She has been able to resume her normal life and, while there is no cure for her particular conditions, she is able to cope, enjoy every day, and encourage others.
Learn more about Libby Wright.
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Gratitude- The Best Medicine for Sleep
Sometimes, stress makes it really hard to fall asleep. I have chronic health issues, a full-time (and then some) job, four kids, a busy husband, and a fluffy dog. Yes, sometimes stress can make it difficult to sleep.
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Did you know one of the best ways you can overcome sleep issues is by changing your evening habits?
Supplements for Fatigue, Brain Fog, Memory, Sleep, ADHD & Behavioral Issues?
Many people suffer from Neuro-Endocrine-Immune diseases and disorders. This is a very deep and very specific group of issues, and this article will only scratch the surface of what these products can do. I encourage you to dig deeper into product descriptions if something piques your interest.
Three Secret Weapons to Combat Stress: Part 2
Our bodies, like our bank accounts need to be managed, watched, and deposited into. If you neglect your bank account, you become bankrupt, but what happens if you neglect your body for too long?
Webinar: Better Sleep Tonight!
Facilitator Libby Wright interviews Dr. Jamie Wright who discusses the role of sleep in weight loss with participants of the Your Best Weight online education program. Dr. Wright is a board certified physician with a Masters Degree in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine. The webinar last for 29 minutes and addresses questions submitted by the program participants.
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