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In This Edition:
Top 10 Tips For Better Sleep
Congratulations Judy and Cyndy!
Link to the 2nd half of my bike trip
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Sunset view coming home from my office in Lachine.
Top 10 Tips For Better Sleep
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Do you ever have trouble sleeping? I know I've had my fair share of lying awake in the middle of the night, but over the years I've learned what I need to do to sleep well. ( Not that I always do it!)
Did you know that you can accumulate a sleep debt? If you don't sleep enough night after night it affects your health, mood and safety. When we
are overtired we are more susceptible to catching colds or flu. Also, more accidents and especially car accidents occur with people who are sleep deprived.
Here are some tips on getting a good night's sleep: - Keep the same schedule - going to bed and waking up at the same time
- Create a relaxing atmosphere - remove all electronics from the bedroom and especially electrical wires behind the bed.
- Keep the room
dark
- Exercise helps, especially in the fresh air. I always sleep so well after a long bike ride or a cross country ski outing.
- Quiet your mind by writing down your to do list for the next day, using deep abdominal breathing and relaxation techniques.
- Stress management is important. Try a candlelight epsom salt bath for 20 minutes. You can add in a few drops of essential oils such as lavender, rose, ylang ylang or bergamot.
Read below for some more reasons for insomnia that you are probably unaware of!
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7. Why you need to get to bed early
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine it is believed that certain meridians or energy lines are active at certain times of the day. The gall bladder meridian is active from around 11 PM to 1 AM. This is a peak time for you to detoxify if you are asleep by 11 PM.
According to Steven Horne, one of America's top herbalists, if you are not asleep when the gall bladder meridian becomes active,
you may get a surge of nervous energy that inhibits sleep. This will be followed by feeling sluggish the next morning, so make sure you get to bed before 11.
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8. Do you wake up at the same time every night?
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If you wake up at the same time every night, this can indicate an imbalance. For instance, if your liver is congested this could cause you to wake up in between 1 AM and 3 AM, the time of the liver meridian.
Contact me to learn how to decongest your liver, essential for hormonal balance as well!
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9. Balance your blood sugar
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If you wake up in the middle of the night, wide awake, it may be because of blood sugar imbalances. When your blood sugar drops too low in the middle of the night, your adrenal glands fire off the stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol to bring you blood sugar back up and you wake up, wide awake.
Avoiding sugar, white flour, refined foods, caffeine and alcohol will
help. Also, try eating a small protein rich snack at bedtime, some raw almond butter, a few walnuts, etc. A consultation can help you learn how to balance blood sugar and strengthen your adrenal glands.
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10. Avoid late night screens
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In the evening, stay away from stimulation and screens, T.V., computers, cel phones and loud music. Here's a 2 minute video clip about what happens to your brain if you stay in front of screens late at night. It should make you think twice before checking your phone in bed! http://tinyurl.com/phsbgog
I hope these tips help you sleep more soundly. Let me know if you make any changes and what happens!
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Congratulations Judy and Cyndy
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Judy (on the left) and Cyndy completed The Army Run, last Sunday, a half marathon in Ottawa! They're from Thessalon, a small town near Sault Ste. Marie, northern Ontario. They were referred by a friend and we've been doing weight loss consultations by Skype. So far, Judy's lost 15 pounds, Cyndy 20 and we've become friends. It was so amazing to meet them in Ottawa last week, cheer them on and share a beer on a terrace after the run! Way to go
girls!!
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My bike trip around Eastern Canada
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I can't wit until the next trip!
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Eco Friendly Toilet Paper to Support Charity
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My friend Joyce Shanks of http://www.ecause.ca Canada helps schools and organizations fundraise by selling cases of toilet paper. ( Much better than chocolate bars!) Contact her to find out more.
Also, if you live in the west island of Montreal you can stock up for you and your
family and benefit local charities through the West Island Community Shares. At 35$ / case of 48 double rolls (or less if you buy more) you'll save money and have a chance to win $500. Pick up is on October 31st. Find out more here http://tinyurl.com/ok3x34j
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"A big thank-you to Sue-Anne, with her help I learned to eat healthier. After working with her I went over my blood test results with my doctor and believe me, I was very happy with my results. Everything went down, cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose levels, even my blood pressure is much better. As well as the added bonus of losing weight. Her plan works!!!! I have nothing but positive results!" Thanks =
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Mireille Jacques
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