"Living in Rhythm: Enhancing Hormonal Health by Strengthening the Circadian Rhythm"

Presenter: Catherone Darley, ND
Original Date: March 1 2025

Our circadian system provides the connection between Nature and our health. Human physiology developed throughout history while we were embedded in the rhythms of Nature. Yet, with the wide adoption of electricity and artificial light, we’ve stepped away from the natural environment. Without strong environmental signals, our circadian rhythm can become muted. A less-pronounced circadian rhythm is associated with aging.

Bio: Catherine Darley, ND, is a leader in natural sleep medicine. She combines her knowledge of sleep disorders with her training as a naturopathic physician to bridge these two fields. As a naturopath, her expertise lies in providing natural and effective treatments for sleep problems. She treats people of all ages and especially enjoys working with teens and their families. She founded The Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine, Inc. in Seattle which is dedicated to patient care, public education about sleep health, and consultation with high-risk populations such as first responders. She recently created a series of online courses for people to learn the sleep skills they need to thrive which can be found at SkilledSleeper.com. Dr. Darley regularly writes articles and speaks for professional audiences. She has served as adjunct faculty at Bastyr University and National University of Natural Medicine. In her personal time, Catherine advocates for later secondary school start times and enjoys being outside in nature. You can find her on substack, youtube, and social media @skilledsleeper.

NUNM is accredited by the North American Naturopathic Continuing Education Council (NANCEAC). This activity qualifies for 1.25 General, 0.25 Pharmacology (1.5 CEUs Total).