Are you suffering from insomnia as you get into your 40s and 50s? Do you feel that it’s due to your hormone imbalance or the lowering of hormone levels in your body as you transition through menopause? Are you struggling with only three to four hours of sleep a night, waking up even during this brief period? If you’re dragging yourself out of bed feeling like a zombie yet still needing to get everything done in your daily life, know that you’re not alone. Moodiness, exhaustion, irritability, and difficulty focusing at work—all too common for women dealing with insomnia during these transitions.
The Complexity of Insomnia During Menopause
While it’s easy to attribute these sleepless nights solely to our changing hormone levels such as progesterone and estrogen, the reality is often far more complex. Progesterone, a key hormone for sleep, does lower more quickly than estrogen as we approach menopause. However, not every woman with low progesterone experiences insomnia. From my experience working with many women, I can confidently say that while hormonal changes may contribute to insomnia, they are not the sole cause.
Beyond Hormones: The Role of Adrenal Health
One major root cause of insomnia that is often overlooked is adrenal health. Our adrenals produce cortisol, the master hormone responsible for managing our physical, emotional, and mental stress. Many women over 40 are under high levels of stress in these areas, resulting in cortisol dominance. When cortisol levels are high, it exacerbates the depletion of other sex hormones, worsening the condition.
Stress isn’t the only factor that can elevate cortisol levels. Inflammation within the body, often due to unhealthy lifestyle choices like poor diet and lack of exercise, can also raise cortisol levels. Elevated blood sugar levels, another consequence of these lifestyle factors, can disrupt sleep as well. As you can see, the reasons for insomnia can vary greatly and are often interconnected.
Personalized Solutions for Insomnia
Don’t just assume that low hormones are to blame for your insomnia, especially if you’re a woman over 40. The root causes can include stress, inflammation, genetic factors, and much more. Even common triggers can lead to varying root causes within each individual.
Addressing your insomnia requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach; it needs a personalized strategy. For instance, many women thrive when given the right balance of lifestyle, nutritional, and supplemental adjustments tailored specifically to their needs.
Preventing Chronic Diseases
Besides improving daily life, better sleep is crucial in preventing chronic diseases. I’ve met many women who have survived on three to four hours of sleep for years, which impacts the body’s systems and accelerates the risk of chronic diseases. Therefore, addressing insomnia is vital not just for your immediate well-being but also for your long-term health.
If you’re tired of suffering and want to find a customized solution to your insomnia, please feel free to reach out to me. I offer a complimentary consultation where we can discuss your health and insomnia issues and explore potential solutions that are specific to your needs. Visit my website at [angela simpson functional medicine](https://www.angelasimpsonfunctionalmedicine.ca), where you can book a call, read blog posts on other health topics, and connect with me through various social media platforms.
Join my Facebook group, “Functional Medicine for Hormone Imbalances,” to connect with other women going through similar transitions. It’s an amazing community focused on using natural strategies to support our bodies through hormonal changes.
I understand firsthand how debilitating insomnia can be. I’ve experienced periods in my life where it impacted every aspect of my being. But you don’t need to continue suffering. There is a way to regain balance with the right lab testing and individualized, natural strategies. Improving your overall health, both now and for the long term, is possible.
Feel free to reach out to learn more about how we can tackle insomnia. Book a Complimentary Consult with me today to discuss your specific concerns and explore natural solutions. Don’t let these symptoms dictate your quality of life. You deserve to feel your best as you embrace this new chapter.
Join our Private Facebook Group called Functional Medicine for Hormonal Imbalances, where nearly 7,000 women are actively looking to discover the root cause of their hormone imbalance symptoms and root cause solutions for long-term success and balance.
DISCLAIMER: The information in this email is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional.
