Easy for some and elusive for others, a quality night’s sleep is necessary for a healthy and happy life. But studies suggest that a third of the adult population suffers from insomnia. These are some top tips for those wanting to steer away from medication, especially prescribed ones that can come with their own side effects, and looking for more holistic solutions to support insomnia.

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) teaches that for optimal health and wellbeing, it is best to live in accordance with the seasons. By adjusting to your environment, you’ll stay in harmony with nature and retain your internal state of balance. Here are 7 top things you can do to embrace the winter months while nourishing and caring for your Kidneys, keeping your Water element in balance and preserving your Qi.