5 Types of Insomnia: How to Fix Your Sleep Problems and Get Better Sleep Fast
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Do you struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep through the night? You are probably suffering from one of the 5 types of insomnia! But which one could it be, and how can you address it and sleep better…once and for all? In this episode, Dr. Wendy Myers interviews Dr. Damiana Corca, a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine and a certified functional medicine practitioner specializing in sleep disorders. Dr. Corca shares insights from her new book, The Deep Blue Sleep, which distills wisdom from over a decade of clinical practice helping patients overcome sleep issues. Learn practical strategies for addressing the underlying causes of insomnia, how to optimize your sleep hygiene, balance your hormones, and support your body’s natural sleep-wake cycle.

  “Falling asleep within 10 to 20 minutes is ideal. If you fall asleep as soon as you hit the pillow, you’re likely sleep deprived." ~ Dr. Damiana Corca

  In This Episode:

• Dr. Corca's background and her new book on sleep
• Statistics on how many people struggle with sleep
• Defining good sleep - what to aim for
• The five types of insomnia
• Hormonal balance and sleep, especially for women
• EMF and sleep
• Tips for optimizing your sleep environment
• Top sleep supplements to consider
• Liver health and sleep
• Blood sugar and sleep: foods to avoid for better sleep
• More about the book: The Deep Blue Sleep For more information, visit https://www.myersdetox.com)

  Ready to discover your body's toxic burden and how it affects your health? Take my quiz to find out! http://www.heavymetalsquiz.com) 

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  About Dr. Damiana Corca: Dr. Damiana Corca is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, as well as a certified functional medicine practitioner specializing in sleep disorders. Her new book, The Deep Blue Sleep, distills wisdom from over a decade of clinical practice helping patients overcome insomnia and improve their sleep. Dr. Corca brings a compassionate and realistic perspective, accounting for the diverse lifestyles and backgrounds of her patients and readers.

  Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.