14/11/2025
Can’t fall asleep or can’t stay asleep? The root causes are different.
Onset Insomnia - Difficulty Falling Asleep Common patterns: Lying awake for 30 minutes to hours, racing thoughts, worry, mental hyperactivity, physical restlessness.
Root causes: High evening cortisol, anxiety or unresolved stress, low GABA or serotonin, overstimulation from screens or caffeine, circadian rhythm disruption.
Maintenance Insomnia - Waking During the Night Common patterns: Waking at consistent times (often 2-4 AM), difficulty returning to sleep, sometimes needing bathroom trips.
Root causes: Blood sugar crashes triggering adrenaline, high nighttime cortisol, low progesterone (especially in women), sleep apnea or breathing issues, nutrient deficiencies affecting sleep maintenance.
The treatment approach differs significantly based on which type predominates. Testing reveals the specific barriers to restorative sleep and guides targeted interventions.
Book a sleep assessment at noblenaturopathic.com
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