While it may not seem readily apparent, the role of the liver and colon are important for establishing and maintaining regular, restful sleep. Both the colon and the liver remove toxins (in air, water, and food) and waste from the body. If either system is not working properly, the body can become dangerously toxic, resulting in conditions such as food allergies and bacterial overgrowth that have been shown to disturb sleep. Heavy metals such as mercury are particularly toxic to the body and can directly cause insomnia. Toxic load can also deplete vitamins and minerals essential to inducing a good night’s sleep.
