Sleeplessness (Insomnia)

Sleeplessness (Insomnia)

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It involves persistent difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or both. While short-term insomnia may be triggered by stress or a change in routine, chronic insomnia can have serious consequences for your physical and mental health. Insomnia can manifest in various ways, leading to a range of physical and psychological symptoms such as:

• Difficulty falling asleep.
• Frequent awakenings during the night.
• Waking up too early in the morning.
• Feeling tired and groggy during the day.
• Difficulty concentrating.
• Irritability and mood swings.
• Increased errors or accidents.

Chronic insomnia can have significant health consequences, including:

• Increased risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.
• Impaired cognitive function and memory.
• Weakened immune system.
• Increased risk of depression and anxiety.

How can a Nutritionist help?

A nutritionist can analyse your lifestyle habits to see where tweaks or changes have to be made to improve the quality of sleep and provide a dietary assessment that outlines key nutrients to support better sleep and effectively reduce insomnia.