Getting Better Sleep

Dr. Mara Karpel “A well-spent day brings happy sleep.” ~ Leonardo da Vinci Last week, I wrote about the importance of sleep for physical and emotional health and the obstacles to getting enough good sleep. The bottom line is that it’s not just the quantity of sleep,...

Getting To Sleep

By Dr. Mara Karpel “Sleep is the best meditation.” ~ Dalai Lama Have you ever had any periods in your life when you were persistently unable to get a good night of sleep? If so, you’re certainly not alone! I’ve had my share of sleepless nights at times....

Alcohol: The Good, Bad, & Ugly

By Dr. Mara Karpel “I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.” ~ W. C. Fields I occasionally enjoy a glass of wine with my dinner, along with good conversation. I sometimes drink red wine, sometimes white, depending on what I’m eating and what I’m in the...