Some people wake up at the same time every night. You may believe that this has nothing to do with your overall health, but truth is, it is sort of related to your physical and mental condition.
Experts in traditional Chinese medicine explain that this issue indicates an imbalance in human body. according to them, your physical health and spiritual well-being are linked via internal rhythms and systems.
Health issues caused by sleep deprivation
A good night’s rest is of utmost importance for your overall well-being. Sleep deprivation affects your ability to learn, and has a detrimental effect on your mood and judgement. Let’s not forget the increased risk of injuries and accidents.
Researchers explain that missing your sleep for two days leads to an increase in:
- Insulin levels and blood sugar
- Cortisol levels
- Blood pressure
- Inflammation
- Appetite and caloric intake
- Weight
Long-term sleep deprivation triggers an avalanche of health problems, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, obesity and death.
Common wake-up times and their meaning
Traditional medicine is focused on the “circadian circle.” It helps understand and explain the changes in your body.
You can’t really tell what disrupts your rhythms, but you can definitely do more research on the link between diseases and the disruption in these rhythms.
We give you a list of common wake-up times and the system that’s affected to them. Pay close attention to what traditional Chinese medicine explains, and learn how to relieve your condition.
10-11 p.m. – Metabolism and hormones
If you can’t sleep, you are probably dealing with too much stress. Avoid stressful situations and address all the problems that trigger your insomnia. Being unable to sleep in this period may be a sign of hormonal imbalance. Have you noticed any problems with your thyroid or metabolism?
11-1 a.m. – Gallbladder
Is your self-esteem too low? Do you have trouble making decisions?
Your gallbladder excretes and stores bile, and that’s just one of its main functions. But, traditional Chinese medicine suggests that it’s also related to your decision-making and self-esteem.
If you can’t sleep in this period, you may be dealing with poor judgement, inability to digest fats and low self-esteem.
1-3 a.m. – Liver
If anger, frustration and irritability are part of your everyday life, just keep reading.
Your liver needs some help, so try to re-balance it. If you wake up at this time, you are lacking nutrients, and women have more trouble due to their menstrual cycle.
There’s a strong bond between your liver and anger. If you wake up at 1-3 a.m., you are actually repressing resentment or anger. Improper liver function leads to headache, chronic fatigue, anemia and irregular menstruation.
3-5 p.m. – Lungs
This issue is often related to tragedies and sadness.
Your lungs move energy (qi) through the meridians of your body and boost immunity. They are also related to grief.
If you wake up in this period of the night, you are probably dealing with sorrow or grief. You may be dealing with asthma, coughing, wheezing or you may be more prone to diseases.
At this point of the night, your body breaks down and clears out toxins. Your large intestine is also active, so malnutrition or late night eating may give you problems.
5-7 p.m. – Large intestine
Are you afraid to let go things?
This time of the night is reserved for your bowel movement. Your large intestine is focuses on the principle of letting go in every aspect.
You may be dealing with skin rashes, dry stool, constipation or you may be emotionally “stuck.”
Improve your sleep naturally
The first thing you should focus on is improving your night’s sleep. Don’t drink a lot of liquids after 2 p.m., and be more active.
Remove electronic devices from your bedroom and don’t use your phone before going to bed. A few simple changes can help you a lot.
Herbal teas can also help you. Use skullcap, passionflower and valerian root to sleep well at night. Your sleep is important, and millions of people struggle with insomnia every night.
If you still can’t sleep at night or you are unable to solve your problem, consult a naturopathic doctor or expert in traditional Chinese medicine.
They will suggest a few solutions, and you will solve your problem without any side effect. Moreover, you will sleep like a baby.
Many people wake up at the same time in the middle of the night, and aren’t even aware of their problem. This happens because of the hypnogenic state which is the time between your sleep and wakefulness.
Your brain patterns change and your consciousness starts to fragment.
Some wake up, roll over, and fall asleep immediately. They also don’t check the clock, which explains why they can’t tell the exact time of their awakenings.
These awakenings are shorter, and usually go unnoticed.
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