Posts tagged insomnia causes
How Alcohol Disrupts Sleep: A Functional Medicine Perspective on Restorative Rest

Alcohol may help you fall asleep, but it disrupts REM sleep, circadian rhythm signaling, and nervous system regulation—leading to fragmented, non-restorative rest.

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Why Poor Sleep Is More Harmful Than You Think

Sleep is not just rest—it is a foundational regulatory process that affects the nervous system, hormones, metabolism, gut health, and mental health. Chronic poor sleep can quietly drive inflammation, hormonal imbalance, and cognitive dysfunction long before disease develops. This article explains why sleep quality matters more than most people realize and when sleep problems signal deeper physiological imbalance.

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