Pearl Lee, PharmD, IFMCP

Category: circadian rhythm

Guide to Better Sleep

Why am I so tired all the time? How do I fall asleep and stay asleep? Why do I keep waking up at night? These are questions many of us deal with, at least from time to time. Here are some tools and tips that I hope can help you achieve high quality rest at […]

Your Circadian Rhythm: What is it and Why Does it Matter?

The circadian rhythm is your body’s internal clock responsible for regulating your sleep/wake cycles, body temperature and productivity through hormones and neurotransmitters. It determines whether you’re a “morning” or a “night” person. The two primary hormones in effect are cortisol, which gives us energy (high in the morning) and melatonin (high at night). Cortisol fuels […]