Sleep & Recovery / Sleep Supplements
Sleep Supplements
Magnesium, glycine, theanine, melatonin: graded by the trials.
Does L-Theanine Actually Help You Fall Asleep Faster, or Just Relax You?A look at what the sleep trials actually measured versus what marketing implies.
Does Ashwagandha Help You Sleep by Lowering Cortisol at Night?A look at whether ashwagandha's cortisol-lowering effect translates into better sleep.
Can Tart Cherry Supplements Fix Insomnia, or Just Tweak Sleep Quality Slightly?Comparing what tart cherry trials found for sleep disorders versus general sleep quality.
Key nutrient guides
Foods high in magnesiumMagnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, including energy production, muscle relaxation, and sleep quality, which ties into recovery.
Foods high in glycineGlycine is the simplest amino acid and a key building block of collagen. It also supports sleep quality for some people when taken before bed.