Tired of Being Tired? 🌙
If you're tossing and turning at night, waking up groggy, or feeling like your brain’s running on fumes, you're not alone.
Over 35% of adults in the U.S. report getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night, according to the CDC (source).
At Roots Pharm, we believe that restorative sleep is one of the foundations of vibrant health. And the good news? You can reclaim deep, healing rest—naturally.
Let’s explore how Functional Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) combine ancient wisdom and modern science to help you sleep deeply and wake up refreshed.
Sleep from a Functional Medicine Perspective
The Root Cause of Your Restless Nights
Functional medicine asks one important question: why aren't you sleeping? Rather than treating symptoms, it aims to restore balance by addressing underlying causes like:
✅ Hormonal imbalances (e.g. low melatonin, high cortisol)
✅ Blood sugar instability (those 2 a.m. wake-ups)
✅ Gut health issues (yes, your microbiome affects your sleep!)
✅ Nutrient deficiencies (magnesium, B6, glycine, etc.)
✅ Toxin overload (chemicals, mold, heavy metals)
Functional Medicine Tips for Restorative Sleep:
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Add a magnesium supplement at night (like magnesium glycinate)
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Maintain a consistent bedtime and wake time
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Avoid blue light after sunset for sleep hygiene
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Try calming adaptogens like ashwagandha or reishi
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Take an evening bath using natural, non-toxic products like our Relaxing Soap Bar
Remember: Poor sleep isn’t a “night” issue—it often starts with daytime stress, excessive screen time, and diet. The key? Support your nervous system all day long.
Herbal tea and adaptogens for natural sleep support
Traditional Chinese Medicine’s Wisdom for Deep Sleep
Balancing Yin & Yang to Restore Rest
In TCM, insomnia or restless sleep is often a sign of Yin deficiency (cool, calming energy) or Liver Qi stagnation (blocked energy flow).
🕐 Sleep Timing Matters:
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Liver time is between 1–3 a.m., when your body detoxifies.
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If you wake up during this time, TCM suggests Liver Qi stagnation could be the culprit—often tied to stress, anger, or unresolved emotions.
TCM Tips for Sleep Support:
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Sip chamomile or chrysanthemum tea before bed
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Massage Yin Tang (between the brows) and Kidney 1 (bottom of foot)
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Practice breathwork to move stagnant energy
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Eat warming foods and avoid raw or cold dinners
Balance = Sleep. The goal is to harmonize the body’s systems so that rest comes naturally—without needing a white noise machine and five sleep apps.
Acupressure points for deeper sleep
A Restful Reminder
Whether you turn to the grounding lens of Functional Medicine or the energetic balance of TCM, the message is the same: Your body wants to heal—it just needs the right environment.
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Bedtime self-care routine with non-toxic bath products