Sleep takes up about one-third of our lives, yet many people face challenges such as difficulty falling asleep or poor sleep quality. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers various effective methods to improve sleep, including sleep-enhancing foods, herbal teas, and acupressure massage.
Types of Insomnia
On the “Health 1+1” program, Jessie Huang, a U.S.-based TCM practitioner and third-generation descendant of imperial court physicians, explained that insomnia can be categorized as either primary or secondary.Primary insomnia refers to a standalone sleep disorder that cannot be attributed to any other health condition. It is typically managed through psychological and behavioral therapy, adjustments to sleep habits, or, when necessary, medication.
