Between 10 and 30% of adults worldwide suffer from chronic insomnia. Sleep is essential for our physical and mental health; restful sleep provides a good energy recharge and boosts our immunity.

Insomnia can be caused by a number of factors, including stress, intense exercise or heavy meals before bed. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the body’s Yang energy must decrease at the end of the day to allow the Yin energy to take over, which leads to peace of mind and body.

A Yin/Yang energy imbalance can therefore lead to sleep disorders. TCM advises maintaining a healthy lifestyle; acupuncture and Chinese pharmacopoeia also provide effective help.