Getting enough sleep is essential to good health. But you may not know that adequate sleep also affects how we learn, take tests, and perform job functions. In this sense, getting better sleep may actually make you "smarter" in real terms. We created Essio NIGHT blend because lots of us have trouble falling asleep. Since... Read More

Sleep knits up the ravel'ed sleeve of care-- indeed, without adequate sleep we do start to feel undone. But millions of Americans struggle with sleeplessness. The reasons are diverse. But the solution may be right under your nose, and soon to be in your shower: Essio aromatherapy, made from 100% USDA organic essential oils. One... Read More

Could there be any two more persuasive reasons to get a good night's sleep? A recent discussion in the New York Times "Well" column (March 18, 2013)  revealed that losing just a few hours a sleep a few nights in a row can lead to almost immediate weight gain -- as in, 2 lbs a week.... Read More

According to the NYTimes ("RELAX! You'll Be More Productive", Feb.10, 2013), Sarah C. Mednick, a sleep researcher at the University of California, Riverside, found that a 60- to 90-minute nap improved memory test results as fully as eight hours of sleepytime. Sounds good to us.  Especially because a recent Harvard study estimated that sleep deprivation... Read More

Insomnia is epidemic in our culture. The reasons are obvious and diverse. Artificial light after sundown, too much synthetic stimulation (from our foods to our gadgets), not enough physical movement or authentic human connection in our day. One thing to consider, though: the idea of zonking out and sleeping a straight 7- 8 hours does... Read More

That’s what Macbeth said about sleep. The fact is that not getting enough sleep makes the best of us feel unraveled, even if we’re wearing a tank-top. Current stats on insomnia are, well, eye-opening. Insomnia is on the rise, and health professionals have many opinions as to why. The obvious: stress, 24/7 digital engagement (OK:... Read More