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Video: Struggling with Insomnia? Expert Advice on Sleep Hygiene & Treatments | Dr Jannie Mouton


Are you tossing and turning at night or waking up at 2:00 AM unable to drift back off? Insomnia is becoming a global epidemic, often driven by our fast-paced lifestyles and "screen addiction."

In this video, Dr Jannie Mouton from Dr Theresa Jordaan’s Practice (Doctors At Helderberg Centre) in Somerset West, South Africa, provides a comprehensive look at why we struggle to sleep and how we can reclaim our rest. From the biological impact of blue light to the importance of magnesium and vitamin D, Dr Mouton shares professional insights into "landing your Boeing" safely every night.

 

Video Overview & Key Takeaways:

  • Defining Insomnia: It’s not just about falling asleep; it’s about the struggle to stay asleep and the lack of restorative REM sleep.

  • Modern Triggers: Why the "rat race," sensory overexposure, and constant screen time are the leading causes of modern sleeplessness.

  • Physical & Mental Factors: Exploring how vitamin deficiencies (Magnesium, Vitamin D), electrolyte imbalances, and mood disorders like depression or bipolar disorder impact your sleep cycle.

  • Sleep Hygiene 101: Practical tips on caffeine, alcohol, and exercise timing to help your brain settle down.

  • Medical Interventions: A breakdown of treatments ranging from natural supplements and Melatonin to over-the-counter aids and prescription sleeping tablets as a last resort.

  • The Power of Routine: Why maintaining a consistent sleep schedule (even on weekends) is as vital for adults as it is for babies.


Struggling with Insomnia - Watch the video here

 

Chapters:

0:00 Intro: Dr Jannie Mouton & The Insomnia Problem

0:35 Defining Insomnia: Falling vs. Staying Asleep

1:05 Common Causes: Stress, Screens, and Lifestyle

1:58 Health Impacts: Vitamins, Electrolytes, and Illness

2:18 Mental Health and the "Busy Brain"

3:00 Master Your Sleep Hygiene: Winding Down

3:35 Supplements & Medication: Magnesium to Melatonin

4:50 Pain Relief and Sleep Sedation

5:15 Sleeping Tablets: When are they necessary?

6:28 The Importance of a Consistent Routine

7:00 Why Is There an Increase in Insomnia and How to Sleep Better

 

 

Visit Us: 📍 Doctors At Helderberg Centre, Somerset West, Western Cap -  Dr Theresa Jordaan’s Practice


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