In the West, we often view insomnia as a singular problem: “I can’t sleep.” In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), insomnia is nuanced. There is “difficulty falling asleep” (Excess Heat) and “difficulty staying asleep” (Blood Deficiency). For the latter—waking up at 3:00 AM with a racing heart and unable to return to sleep—TCM has a gold […]
Ancient wisdom for modern insomnia. Reviews of Traditional Chinese Medicine herbs like Suan Zao Ren and Reishi Mushroom for sleep.