also encourage melatonin release with dark- ness cues. Removing electronics and televi- sions from the bedroom, anything that can be a distraction from going to bed. Consider incorporating a nightly glass of warm tea or a warm bath as a ritual before bedtime, further setting the stage for sleep. Once in bed, con- sider meditation or praying as this can help to quiet the mind and allow you to let go of the stressors of the day and fall asleep. For consistent sleep disturbances or insom- nia concerns, speak with your physician about further measures that can be done to support normal sleep cycles. Testing for hormone imbalances, addressing nutritional needs and stress management are all part of a sleep main- tenance protocol that can be addressed to help maintain quality sleep for life.


Dr. Ashley Burkman is a board certified licensed Naturopathic Physician at Connecti- cut Natural Health Specialists, LLC. Like all the physicians at Connecticut Natural Health Specialists, LLC, Dr. Burkman is dedicated to treating the cause of disease and is an in-net- work provider for most insurance companies. Visit http://www.ctnaturalhealth.com. For an appointment, please call (860) 533-0179. See ad on page 16.


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