- Health advice
- 5 min read
- Dec 10, 2025
Practitioners Answer Your Most Common Sleep Questions
When sleep feels out of reach, it’s usually not just one thing: stress, busy routines, overstimulation, late nights, and emotional load all play a role. Our naturopaths answer the most common questions they hear from customers, with practical advice you can use tonight.
“Why do I feel wired even when I’m exhausted?”
Jane McKenzie-McHarg, Naturopath
“When stress runs high, your adrenal glands work overtime. Adaptogens like Rhodiola or Withania can help your body cope better.”
A clinically developed blend of three forms of Ashwagandha to support adrenal balance, stress resilience, and improved sleep quality.
“Why does my mind race at bedtime?”
Krista, Naturopath & Dietitian
“Real calm often comes from connection. Share a laugh, hug someone you love, or spend time in nature — those moments reset your nervous system.”
Emotional stress is a major driver of restless nights. Physiological calm follows emotional calm, so nervous-system regulation often starts with human connection.
“Why is my mind overstimulated at bedtime?”
Miriam, Naturopath
"Remember to ask for help. Whether it’s sharing cooking, hosting, childcare — or just a hug and a laugh."
When mental load is high, the body stays in a stress-response loop. Simple support can break the cycle, making it easier for the body to down-regulate into rest.
→ Miriam recommends:
Broad-spectrum B-vitamin support for energy and stress.
Ideal when stress runs high and deeper nervous system support is needed.
“What can I do to create a calming sleep environment?”
Sometimes the missing piece is ambience. A calming sensory environment helps send strong cues to the brain that it’s time for sleep.
→ Practitioner-approved options:
Grounding botanicals to soften evening tension.
Traditionally used to clear energy and reset the space before rest.
Supports adrenal function and nervous-system resilience when stress interferes with sleep patterns.
More Ways to Improve Your Sleep Tonight
- Dim lights 1–2 hours before bed
- Keep screens to a minimum
- Stick to regular sleep and wake times
- Stay hydrated throughout the day
- Lower the room temperature
- Try a magnesium supplement in the evening
- Add grounding rituals (breathing exercises, journalling, gentle stretching)
- Avoid caffeine after midday — even small amounts can delay deep sleep
- Keep alcohol to a minimum — it fragments sleep and reduces restorative deep sleep
Pro tip: Exposure to the morning sunlight within 20 minutes of waking helps set the circadian rhythm & regulates melatonin production. Starting your day with an early morning walk in the daylight with no sunglasses is the perfect sleep set up.
Here's to better, more restful sleep tonight!
References:
- Lopresti, A. L., et al. (2019). An investigation into the stress-relieving and sleep-promoting effects of Ashwagandha root extract. Medicine, 98(37):e17186.
- Van Dalfsen, J. H., & Markus, C. R. (2018). The influence of sleep on human hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis reactivity: A systematic review. Sleep medicine reviews, 39:187-194.
- Young, L. A., et al. (2019). A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of B Vitamin Supplementation on Depressive Symptoms, Anxiety, and Stress: Effects on Healthy and 'At-Risk' Individuals. Nutrients, 11(9):2232.
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