Dr Jennifer Roelands

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Sleep Support

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Sleep is essential for good health, yet it is reported that up to 30% of people experience difficulties with falling or staying asleep. ( 24 ) One study found the number of people suffering from various sleep disorders has also been on the rise. From the year 2013 to 2016, increases were seen in the prevalence of narcolepsy by 14%, idiopathic hypersomnia by 32%, periodic limb movement disorder by 30%, and rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder by 64%. ( 2 ) Sleep disorders can occur as a secondary disease from other disorders or they can be considered the primary disease affecting a patient. A meta-analysis found that patients with anxiety, eating disorders, pervasive developmental, borderline, and antisocial disorders, and schizophrenia all experienced some sort of alteration to sleep. None of the conditions studied had similar polysomnographic profiles, suggesting each condition may have different underlying mechanisms. ( 6 ) Depending on the factors associated with disturbed sleep, a variety of therapies may be used. Interventions such as sedatives or anxiolytic pharmaceuticals are available; however, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine endorses the use of melatonin, light therapy, and behavioral interventions as the primary treatments. ( 4 ) The protocol presented below represents research findings to aid in achieving and maintaining good sleep.

Thyroid Health Core Supplements

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*Disclaimer: This is not direct medical advice. Always discuss all changes in medications, nutrition, and lifestyle with your doctor. Hypothyroidism Protocol Includes: Vitamins and Minerals (Preferably Consumed in Food), you need daily. • Iodine: 150–1100 mcg/day • Iron: 8–45 mg/day • Selenium: 55–400 mcg/day • Vitamin A: 2300–10,000 IU/day (performed) • Zinc: 8–40 mg/day • Vitamin D: 1000–2000 IU/day, depends on your vitamin D level I also use Ashwaganda to control stress and Magnesium for better sleep and anxiety issues.

Hot Flashes

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Sexual Health

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PCOS Core Supplements

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