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The Benefits of Napping: Decreasing the Risk of Heart Disease
03/31/2023 | 2 min. read
Dr. David Williams
Napping can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease—as long as it isn’t a substitute for good nighttime sleep. Dr. David Williams shares how to get the most heart benefit from “power napping.”
Read MoreNatural Remedies for Insomnia & Anxiety
08/16/2022 | 5 min. read
Dr. Julian Whitaker
Feeling anxious? Not sleeping well? Dr. Whitaker reveals how to treat insomnia due to anxiety with safe, natural remedies.
Read MoreWhat Are the Health Benefits of Saffron?
06/15/2022 | 5 min. read
Dr. Julian Whitaker
Saffron is more than a cooking spice. Dr. Whitaker reveals the benefits of saffron supplements for your eyes, mood, stress-related symptoms, and more.
Read MoreWhen to Take Ashwagandha: Morning or Night?
05/02/2022 | 5 min. read
Dr. Drew Sinatra
Dr. Drew Sinatra answers some common questions about ashwagandha, including when to take it, how much to take, and more.
Read MoreSleep Tight: Strategies for Stressful Times
03/18/2022 | 6 min. read
Dr. Briana Sinatra
Drs. Drew and Briana Sinatra share strategies to help you and your family chill out and enjoy better sleep.
Read MoreEffects of Alcohol on Sleep
03/09/2022 | 5 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
A nightcap before bed is a popular way to wind down. However, drinking alcohol before bed might have some negative effects on overall sleep quality.
Read MoreWhat Is GABA Used for?
03/07/2022 | 5 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
GABA is a naturally-occurring inhibitory neurotransmitter that brings a relaxing effect to the body. Its uses as a supplement may surprise you.
Read MoreMelatonin And Blood Pressure: Everything To Know
12/22/2021 | 6 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
Melatonin is known for its role as a go-to natural sleep aid. However, there is research that suggests it could have a role to play in lowering blood pressure.
Read MoreWhat Is Melatonin: Getting Better Sleep
11/15/2021 | 5 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
What is melatonin? Healthy Directions goes into detail about the sleep hormone and how you can use it to increase your sleep hygiene.
Read MoreChill Out & Sleep Tight with GABA
10/12/2021 | 5 min. read
Dr. Drew Sinatra
Looking for solutions for stress, anxiety, and insomnia? Dr. Drew Sinatra explains why you ought to give GABA a try.
Read MoreWhat is the Best Natural Sleep Aid?
07/23/2021 | 8 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
Fixing your circadian rhythms is the best way to fix your sleep, but there are plenty of other worthwhile sleep aids that can increase your sleep quality each night.
Read MoreMelatonin and Dosage By Weight and Age
06/08/2021 | 5 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
Are you having trouble with falling asleep at night? Learn what melatonin is and what is the best dosage by weight and age is for adults.
Read MoreWhy People Have Sleep Problems as They Age
06/02/2021 | 2 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
If you’re having more trouble sleeping as you age, you’re not alone. Here’s why sleep often becomes more elusive, especially after age 50.
Read MoreMelatonin-The Master Sleep Hormone
06/02/2021 | 2 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
Melatonin is your body’s “master sleep hormone”—allowing you to fall asleep and stay asleep. Here’s how it works and why you may not have enough.
Read MoreWhen to Take Magnesium for Sleep
05/21/2021 | 7 min. read
Healthy Directions Staff Editor
Magnesium is an essential mineral for overall health. In addition to its numerous benefits, it is also proving to be a helpful aid for proper sleep wellness.
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