Eighty percent of Americans report increased stress, which can lead to severe health issues (e.g., heart disease, weakened immunity). Chronic stress overwhelms the body's natural defenses, progressing through three phases: Alarm (fight/flight), resistance (ongoing coping) and exhaustion (systemic collapse). Stress stems from environmental, emotional and lifestyle factors, often manifesting as insomnia, depression or irritability. Tools like the Social Readjustment Rating Scale help … Continue reading Embracing natural solutions to stress with Dr. Michael T. Murray
Energy drinks cause BRAIN DRAIN: here’s how
They are all the rage these days as increasingly more people are guzzling them down before class or before a rigorous workout at the gym. But just how safe really are popular energy drinks like Monster and Red Bull, not to mention the dozens of other fly-by-night brands that have appeared in recent years? The answer is … Continue reading Energy drinks cause BRAIN DRAIN: here’s how
Popular plastic surgeon says breast implant illness is real
Dr. Anthony Youn, a Detroit-based plastic surgeon with millions of followers on social media, recently made his stance clear about the ongoing contentious debate concerning a mysterious sickness associated with breast implants. In an Instagram reel shared on June 8, Youn held a silicone implant in one hand while pointing to the various symptoms that breast … Continue reading Popular plastic surgeon says breast implant illness is real
6 Pressure points to activate for a good night’s sleep
Acupressure is a traditional Chinese practice that is often used to address minor health complaints. It’s even used to relieve sleep disorders like insomnia. If you are having trouble sleeping, try activating the six acupressure points listed below for better sleep. Acupressure and qi Some studies show that acupressure can be used as an alternative treatment for sleep disorders. Acupressure was developed to … Continue reading 6 Pressure points to activate for a good night’s sleep
Catch a wink with cherries: Drinking tart cherry juice found to promote better sleep
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that affects more than 30 percent of adults worldwide. People with insomnia find it hard to fall asleep and stay asleep or wake up too early and are unable to go back to sleep for at least three nights in a week. Insomnia not only takes the fun out of going to bed, … Continue reading Catch a wink with cherries: Drinking tart cherry juice found to promote better sleep
Patients with insomnia can benefit more from cognitive behavior therapy than from medication, study shows
Chronic insomnia is a common condition that affects about 10 to 15 percent of adults in Great Britain. While medication is often prescribed to help those with insomnia sleep better at night, a study has found that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a more effective treatment for the condition.The study findings were published in the British Journal of … Continue reading Patients with insomnia can benefit more from cognitive behavior therapy than from medication, study shows
Cannabis could be an alternative treatment for pain and sleeping troubles
Pain and insomnia are two pretty common health issues, which is why there is no shortage of medication on the market targeting these conditions. However, individual sleep and pain meds and combination drugs like Tylenol PM come with a host of serious side effects that many people are unwilling to take on. Now, a new … Continue reading Cannabis could be an alternative treatment for pain and sleeping troubles
Menopause and Insomnia Might Epigenetically Speed Up Aging
For years, scientists have disagreed on whether menopause causes aging or aging leads to menopause, giving rise to a “which came first” debate. New epigenetic research may help settle this long-standing disagreement, offering evidence that menopause might actually make a woman age faster. Two recent UCLA studies show that menopause and its common side effect … Continue reading Menopause and Insomnia Might Epigenetically Speed Up Aging
Sleep charges your immune system
What happens when you don’t get enough sleep? Perhaps you’re in such a bad mood the next day that no one wants to get within five feet of you, or maybe you find yourself staring at a blank computer screen at work yawning endlessly as your productivity plummets. However, there are also some less-obvious effects … Continue reading Sleep charges your immune system
Clinical massage and guided imagery are low-cost alternatives to treating anxiety and insomnia
A massage can help improve your flexibility, relieve pain, or reduce pain caused by various factors. Now, according to a study, both clinical massage and guided imagery can also be used as low-cost alternatives to conventional medical treatment for individuals who suffer from anxiety, insomnia, or pain. Can a clinical massage and guided imagery help relieve anxiety? The … Continue reading Clinical massage and guided imagery are low-cost alternatives to treating anxiety and insomnia
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 